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Welcome to Epsom Downs Racecourse A very warm welcome to Epsom Downs for Cazoo Derby Day, featuring the 243rd running of the world’s greatest Flat race and one of the greatest days in horseracing. Derby Day is always a special date in the calendar, but we are particularly excited that today is part of the official Platinum Jubilee celebrations to mark 70 years of Her Majesty The Queen’s reign. We are so thrilled to have you all with us for racing’s most spectacular carnival in this historic year. Also joining us will be a host of Her Majesty’s current and former jockeys, trainers and retired racehorses, all of whom will join in the celebrations of The Queen’s remarkable contribution to racing and the nation. I would like to thank Cazoo for their sponsorship of this two-day fixture, as well as their support of four of today’s seven races. We are also grateful to World Pool, Simpex Express and the Japan Racing Association (JRA) for their generous sponsorship this afternoon. I am delighted that Masayuki Goto, President and CEO of The Japan Racing Association, is here to present the Tokyo Trophy. I would also like to welcome members of the International Thoroughbred Breeders’ Federation. The highlight of the day is The Cazoo Derby, the most significant race in the Flat calendar. Last year’s winner was Adayar, who went on to become the first Derby winner to win the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth QIPCO Stakes in 20 years. At 4.30pm we will watch The Cazoo Derby (In Memory of Lester Piggott) - the first time the race has ever been run in memory of an individual. This follows the sad news of the death of the most successful rider in the history of the race, with nine Derby victories to his name. Lester was one of the greatest jockeys of the modern era and there will be a minute’s applause at 4pm today in his memory. Away from the racecourse there is plenty to see. Inside The Queen Elizabeth II Stand today there is a collection of one-off hats inspired by the seven decades of The Queen’s reign, designed by leading milliners, which will be auctioned in aid of Brain Tumour Research. More information on how to bid is available later in this racecard and I would urge you to take a look. On The Hill we have introduced the Jubilee Family Festival, which will provide a host of fun entertainment for guests of all ages and a wonderful way for young families to enjoy the day. Interactive displays and activities abound in The Racing Showcase Area, which features some of the wonderful charities and organisations who support the racing industry, whilst highlighting The Queen’s passion for horses. We hope that however you are spending your time with us, you have a wonderful day at Epsom Downs and I wish all of our runners and their connections the very best of luck.

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TODAY’S

CONTENTS Join us all today for a minute’s applause at 4pm to celebrate the life of Lester Piggott.

Welcome Find Your Way Oﬀ The Track How to Read Your Racecard 12.30 - RoR Parade of The Queen’s Former Racehorses Today’s Top Tips A Tribute to Lester Piggott 2.00 - The Cazoo Handicap Stakes The Queen’s Derby Runners 2.35 - The Princess Elizabeth Stakes (Sponsored By Cazoo) (Group 3) With Thanks and Farewell To Julia Budd The Queen and Epsom Downs 3.10 - The Cazoo Diomed Stakes (Group 3) The Queen’s Jockeys To Celebrate Platinum Jubilee In Royal Silks Aga Khan Studs Celebrates Its Centenary 3.45 - The Simpex Express “Dash” Handicap Stakes (Heritage Handicap) Derby Anniversaries in 2022 The Cazoo Derby Roll of Honour The Road to The Cazoo Derby Big Race Facts - The Cazoo Derby 4.30 - The Cazoo Derby (In Memory of Lester Piggott) (Group 1) 5.15 - The World Pool Northern Dancer Handicap Stakes The Tokyo Trophy 5.50 - The JRA Tokyo Trophy Handicap Stakes Today’s Oﬃcials Race Conditions

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ADAYAR (IRE) (28)

B c Frankel - Anna Salai (USA) Owner Trainer Breeder

Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Coolmore

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9-0

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Form 41-22 BF Sponsored by Emirates Fly Better

ROYAL BLUE A winner at 1m on soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Third Realm when second of 6 at 6-5fav on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Has to take on that rival again today and he may have to settle for a minor role. Official BHA Rating 107-

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OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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PARADE OF THE QUEEN’S FORMER RACEHORSES 12.30PM As part of the celebrations To mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is showcasing Her Majesty’s passion for the thoroughbred by bringing together five of her former racehorses to parade on Cazoo Derby Day. The parade takes place in the paddock from 12.30pm and highlights the versatility of the thoroughbred together with the range of activities open to racehorses when they finish their racing careers. Many of The Queen’s racehorses have been retrained in different equine disciplines and she follows their progress with interest and takes considerable pride in their success. Today’s parade includes Barbers Shop and Quadrille, two horses that have reached the very top in their chosen careers after racing. Very few thoroughbreds can match the level of success enjoyed by Barbers Shop in the show-ring, while Quadrille is the highest performing former racehorse on the UK dressage circuit. Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is British Horseracing’s official charity for the welfare of horses that have retired from racing and it annually stages more than 40 separate competition series across 15 different disciplines, catering for all levels of ability, from grassroots to elite. The disciplines include dressage, showing, polo, eventing, show jumping, endurance, hunting and horseball. For more information visit: www.ror.org.uk Barbers Shop and Katie Jerram-Hunnable in front of HM The Queen

Her Majesty The Queen greets Quadrille at the opening of the National Horseracing Museum

BARBERS SHOP ridden by Katie Jerram-Hunnable

20-year-old by Saddlers’ Hall Formerly trained by Nicky Henderson Breeder – Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother Leading today’s parade is Barbers Shop. Now aged 20, Barbers Shop was bred by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. He raced in the colours of The Queen and was trained by Nicky Henderson, winning eight races and being placed in a King George VI Chase and a Hennessy Gold Cup. Since his retirement from racing in 2012, Barbers Shop has been in the care of top showing producer Katie Jerram-Hunnable and he became one of the leading former racehorses to compete in showing classes. His second career highlights include being crowned champion at Hickstead and becoming a three times winner and champion at The Royal Windsor Horse Show. He is now retired from competitive showing but regularly participates in RoR parades.

FIRST RECEIVER ridden by Ellie Greenhalgh

5-year-old gelding by New Approach Formerly trained by Sir Michael Stoute Breeder – The Queen Like Barbers Shop, First Receiver is also based with Katie Jerram-Hunnable. This son of New Approach was last seen on the racetrack at Royal Ascot in 2020 when finishing second in the Hampton Court Stakes. Still only a 5-yearold, First Receiver has a long showing career ahead of him and he tasted early success when winning the Tattersalls RoR In-Hand class at Royal Windsor Horse Show in 2021. He has been placed second in the three ridden RoR classes he has competed in so far this year and in the process has qualified for the final of the Tattersalls RoR Novice series at Aintree in August.

FORTH BRIDGE ridden by Captain Harry Grantham

9-year-old gelding by Bernardini Formerly trained by Michael Bell and Charlie Longsdon Breeder – The Queen Forth Bridge ran on the Flat, over hurdles and over fences and is now looking ahead to a career in dressage. Known at home as William, this handsome horse only joined Louise Robson’s ‘Thoroughbred Dressage’ team in late 2020 but he is already showing a real aptitude for the sport. On only his second outing, Forth Bridge qualiﬁed for the RoR Regional Dressage Championships at Preliminary level. He is turning out to be a very level-headed, exceptionally kind and trainable horse and Louise is excited for his future.

PRINCE’S TRUST ridden by Charlotte Thorne

12-year-old gelding by Invincible Spirit Formerly trained by Richard Hannon Snr and William Haggas Breeder – The Queen

Prince’s Trust had eight starts on the Flat, winning three races. However, in 2014 he sustained an injury which caused a premature end to his racing career and a year later he joined Louise Robson’s team of dressage horses. Aﬀectionately known as Phillip, this shy and sensitive horse is now performing at Advanced level dressage and he has demonstrated an impressive capability for the higher-level movements. He has previously competed at the RoR National Dressage Championships at Aintree and the aim is to do so again this year.

QUADRILLE ridden by Louise Robson

15-year-old gelding by Danehill Dancer Formerly trained by Richard Hannon Snr Breeder - The Queen Ten years before First Receiver finished second at Royal Ascot, another of The Queen’s horses also filled the runnerup spot in the same race; Quadrille was beaten just a short-head in the 2010 running of the Hampton Court Stakes. The winner of three of his seven starts, this talented performer’s racing career was curtailed by a tendon injury, but it has not stopped Quadrille from thriving in a different discipline. Retrained by Louise Robson, Quadrille is now the highest performing former racehorse on the UK dressage circuit and competes at international Prix St George level. In 2019 he claimed a unique double, being crowned both RoR Dressage Elite Champion and RoR Horse of the Year. 9

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TOP TIPS RACE ONE

A highly competitive handicap to get us underway on Derby Day. Swilcan Bridge caught the eye when third here on Trials Day and again when narrowly beaten at Goodwood last time and Sweeping is another that we may not have seen the best of just yet. A marginal preference is for BLUE TRAIL who looked progressive over the winter and may well improve on his recent third place in Sandown Park’s Esher Cup for this step up in trip.

RACE TWO

TECHNIQUE looked to have wintered well when narrowly headed on her reappearance in the Nottinghamshire Oaks. The ﬁlly was a model of consistency last year so looks to hold decent claims. Mrs Fitzherbert and Bashkirova ﬁnished 1-2 in a Goodwood Listed race on their seasonal debuts and both will mount a big challenge to the selection. Potapova looks to be in a similar mould based on her narrow Listed defeat at Kempton Park.

RACE THREE

Megallan will have his supporters for the Gosden/Dettori pairing. He was sightly disappoining at Chester last time but it would be no surprise to see him bounce back over a slightly shorter trip today. But it was hard not to be impressed by MODERN NEWS who was an easy Windsor Listed winner last month suggesting he has plenty more to offer. Mutasaabeq is another who should be fighting out the finish.

RACE FOUR

The Dash is always a competitive aﬀair and this year’s renewal looks equally challenging. The hat-trick seeking Live In The Dream appeals from stall 17 as does Tees Spirit from stall 10. But it might be worth taking a chance with STONE OF DESTINY who looks to have dropped to an attractive mark and is well drawn in stall 18. On his best form he shouldn’t be far away. Mid Winster and Sunday Sovereign are two more to keep and eye out for.

RACE FIVE

With 17 runners set to go to post this year’s Cazoo Derby looks a wide-open aﬀair. Nation’s Pride, unbeaten on his last four starts was supplemented for £75,000 and he looks a colt with a very bright future. But it was hard not to be impressed by DESERT CROWN who ran away with the Dante at York and with only two starts to his name looks open to any amount of improvement. Stone Age could proove the pick of Aidan O’Brien’s trio.

RACE SIX

Soapy Stevens will be dangerous to write oﬀ based on his three starts this term. Midnights Legacy is only 3lb higher than when winning this race last year and arrives fresh after a hurdling campaign so looks of interest. Winter Reprise could prove a dark horse if building on a narrow defeat in France last time, as could FARHAN who looked progressive last year and he may strip ﬁtter today with a couple of runs already under his belt.

RACE SEVEN

We ﬁnish Cazoo Derby day with a competitive 6f sprint handicap where a marginal preference is for last year’s Stewards’ Cup winner COMMANCHE FALLS. His form dipped after his Goodwood success but he looked to have bounced back on his reappearance at Doncaster. Regional looks an interesting contender with not many miles on the clock whilst Many A Star has been consistent this year and so shouldn’t be far away. 11

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Lester Few people receive such worldwide acclaim that they can be identified by their first name alone. Lester Piggott, who passed away peacefully aged 86 last weekend, was one. Retiring from the saddle having won a record 30 British Classics, Lester will be remembered as one of the most iconic sports stars of his or any other generation.

Richards and Pat Eddery. But it was at Epsom Downs where his achievements remain unrivalled. A record nine Derby victories, six Oaks winners and an unprecedented nine Coronation Cups may never be eclipsed.

With 4,493 UK winners to his name only two jockeys have ever ridden more – Sir Gordon

A further tribute followed in 2019, when William Newton’s life-size bronze statue of Lester was unveiled on Derby Day by The Queen next to the Epsom Downs winner’s enclosure.

It was in 1951 as a 15 year old that Lester had his first Derby mount on Zucchero. The talented but quirky performer was left at the start that day, but handed the young rider some compensation two years later when providing him with his first Coronation Cup win.

The Jockey Club has honoured the world’s most famous jockey by renaming today’s Cazoo Derby as The Cazoo Derby (In Memory of Lester Piggott).

The rest, of course, is history and record breaking history at that. Lester would taste Derby success as an 18 year old on Never Say Die in 1954 and went on to win the premier Classic another eight times in total. Crepello (1957), St Paddy (1960), Sir Ivor (1968), Nijinsky (1970), Roberto (1972), Empery (1976), The Minstrel (1977) and Teenoso (1983) all passed the Epsom Downs winning post first in the hands of “The Long Fellow”.

Join us all for a minute’s applause at 4pm to celebrate the life of Lester Piggott. Champion. Genius. Icon.

Sir Ivor, Nijinsky, Roberto and The Minstrel were all saddled by the legendary Irish trainer Vincent O’Brien. And although Lester could prove to be challenging at times, his unrivalled ability to ride the unique Epsom Downs course surpassed all others as O’Brien’s son-in-law and Coolmore supremo, John Magnier, outlined in his tribute to Lester last weekend. He said: “At this time of year MV (Vincent O’Brien) was regularly frustrated by Lester playing musical chairs of what he would be riding in The Derby. “But he said, ‘you have to put up with him, otherwise you give the opposition a 7lbs advantage!’ He really was the greatest.” The last of Lester’s record 36 Derby mounts came aged 58 in 1994, when he partnered 33-1 chance Khamaseen into fifth place. When he started riding, Sir Gordon Richards and Charlie Smirke were his contemporaries while his final years saw him pitched against the likes of Steve Cauthen and Frankie Dettori. Indeed, “The Lester Piggott Years” began when Sir Winston Churchill was Prime Minister and ended with John Major inside 10 Downing Street. When he finally called time on his career, Lester was commemorated at Epsom Downs with the opening of the Lester Piggott Gates, officially unveiled by The Queen on Derby Day in 1996. Later that afternoon, Shaamit landed the premier Classic and was, appropriately, trained by Lester’s son-in-law William Haggas. 13

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FIRST RACE 2.00

The Cazoo Handicap Stakes (Class 2) Total race value £75,000 For conditions of this race see page 80

STALLS: INSIDE

RACE FACTS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): C & M Johnston (15 wins from 106 runners, 14%) runs APPROACHABILITY and SHARP COMBO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C & M Johnston (11 wins from 68 runners, 16%) runs APPROACHABILITY and SHARP COMBO

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

FANCY THAT: A Balding won this race in 2017 and 2019. The stable runs SWILCAN BRIDGE today.

Solent Gateway (IRE)

Ridden by Hayley Turner Owned byD R Passant & Hefin Williams Trained by Tom Dascombe | S/P 28-1 (7 ran)

LONGEST TRAVELLER: TAJ ALOLA trained by K Burke, Leyburn, 259 miles.

EPSOM RACE SUMMARY

Charlie Appleby's Blue Trail is respected after his third in the Esher Cup last time but there may be better value to be found elsewhere, with Mr Big Stuff, who faced a troubled passage in the London Gold Cup on his latest start, a noteworthy contender. However, recent Sandown winner WAR HORSE gives the impression he can operate at a higher level than this in time and gets the vote. The improving Box To Box can also get involved.

WIN: WAR HORSE

EACH-WAY: Blue Trail

PRESENTATION Cazoo is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15

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Visor worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 13. Probable S.P.’s - 13-2 Blue Trail (IRE), 15-2 Mr Big Stuff (GB), 9-1 War Horse (IRE), 10-1 Taj Alola (IRE), 11-1 Nolton Cross (IRE), 12-1 Approachability (GB), 14-1 Sweeping (GB), Grenoble (GB), Box To Box (IRE), Swilcan Bridge (GB), 20-1 Oneforthegutter (GB), Sharp Combo (IRE), 22-1 Oh Herberts Reign (IRE), 28-1 Stevenson (GB), 66-1 Hul Ah Bah Loo (IRE) 17

FIRST RACE

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ONEFORTHEGUTTER (GB) (16)

B c Muhaarar - Rainbow Springs Owner Tracey Bell & Caroline Lyons Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder Michael E Wates CBE

WEIGHT

DRAW

9-9

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Form 1426-4 Sponsored by Helicentreuk

ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE hoop and armlets, hooped cap. A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 12l behind My Prospero when fourth of 6 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good to firm) last month. Switches to handicaps after facing a tough task Richard Kingscote that day, but others make more appeal. Official BHA Rating 100

SWEEPING (GB) (18)

9-5

B g Siyouni (FR) - Sweeping Up Owner Ben & Sir Martyn Arbib Trainer Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Breeder Arbib Bloodstock Partnership

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45130-2

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE Cross of Lorraine, armlets and cap. A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Yonafis when second of 5 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m1f last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Bred to be effective at this trip and not discounted. Official BHA Rating 96

APPROACHABILITY (GB) (229)

9-3

(6)

Ch c New Approach (IRE) - Posterity (IRE) Owner Brian Yeardley & Partner Form 123Trainer Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham Sponsored by Breeder Merry Fox Stud Limited Brian Yeardley Continental Ltd, Johnston Racing Ltd ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoops and sleeves, RED and WHITE hooped cap. A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Third of 11 behind Mr Professor beaten 4l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (soft) in October last year. Has the scope to progress on his handicap debut and may get involved. Official BHA Rating 94

BLUE TRAIL (IRE) (43)

9-2

GRENOBLE (GB) (16)

Form 210-044 Sponsored by Newsells Park Stud Limited YELLOW, BLACK hoop, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, BLACK star. A winner at 1m on soft ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind War Horse when last of 4 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m2f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Still learning the job and others are favoured. Official BHA Rating 92

William Buick

9-1 (15)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Giants Play (USA) Owner Newsells Park Stud Trainer William Haggas, Newmarket Breeder Newsells Park Stud

OH HERBERTS REIGN (IRE) (14)

B c Acclamation - Western Safari (IRE) Owner Team Wallop Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough Breeder M. Fahy & Rathbarry Stud

Jason Hart

(5)

B c Teofilo (IRE) - Pietrafiore (IRE) Owner Godolphin Form 21143 BF Trainer Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Sponsored by Breeder Godolphin Emirates Fly Better ROYAL BLUE. Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Wanees beaten 2 1/4l at 16-5fav on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good) in April. Moves up in trip on just his second turf start and is an obvious candidate. Official BHA Rating 93

Hollie Doyle

Form

9-0

(1)

115-424

PURPLE, WHITE hoops, PURPLE sleeves, WHITE stars, PURPLE cap. He has won three times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 8l behind Whoputfiftyinyou when fourth of 10 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good) last month. Not disgraced there but may lack the potential of some of his rivals. Official BHA Rating 91

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James Doyle

WEIGHT

WAR HORSE (IRE) (16)

B g Sea Owner Trainer Breeder

The Stars (IRE) - Santa Anabaa The Honorable Earle I. Mack Marco Botti, Newmarket Sunderland Holding Inc.

DRAW

8-10 (10)

Form 521-251 D Sponsored by Marco Botti Ltd

BURGUNDY, YELLOW rising sun, BURGUNDY cap. Successful twice at 1m2f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 7-2 at Sandown over 1m2f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Nolton Cross by a neck. Open to further improvement and looks set for a big run. Official BHA Rating 87

TAJ ALOLA (IRE) (20) Form 4122-62 Sponsored by KB Spigot Ltd

EMERALD GREEN, RED epaulets and armlets. Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Rollajam when second of 7 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m2f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time. Up in grade but not one to dismiss. Official BHA Rating 85

MR BIG STUFF (GB) (21)

B c Iffraaj - Groovejet Owner Phil Cunningham Trainer Richard Spencer, Newmarket Breeder Phil Cunningham

Form 032-25 Sponsored by Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd

BOX TO BOX (IRE) (34)

B g Kodiac - Alyaafel Owner The Running Order Partnership Trainer Hugo Palmer, Malpas Breeder Randolf Stevens Limited

8-4

STEVENSON (GB) (28)

Form 3135 Sponsored by Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd

NOLTON CROSS (IRE) (16) Angel (IRE) - Pandora’s Box (IRE) Middleham Park Racing XCII Hugo Palmer, Malpas Lynch Bages Ltd

Harry Davies (5)

8-3 (14)

PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN hoop and armlets. A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Aldhaja when last of 5 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (soft) last month. Readily put in his place that day and likely to find things tough up in grade. Official BHA Rating 80

B c Dark Owner Trainer Breeder

Tyler Heard (5)

(2)

Form 40332-1 D Sponsored by NAF GREY, PINK seams, PINK sleeves, GREY seams, GREY cap, PINK diamond. Won on his latest outing when 9-4jt-fav at Salisbury over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month, beating Yarralumla by 1l, his first success from seven starts. May have even more to offer for Hugo Palmer and can make his presence felt. Official BHA Rating 81

B c Havana Gold (IRE) - In Your Time Owner Hunscote Stud Limited Trainer Mick Channon, West Ilsley Breeder Hunscote Stud

David Egan

8-5 (13)

WHITE, GREY sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap. Placed in three of five starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Israr when fifth of 12 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m 2f (good) last month. Faced a troubled passage on that occasion and should make a bold bid here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/5/2022 it was reported that the horse was checked in its run close home. Official BHA Rating 82

Andrea Atzeni

8-8 (11)

B g El Kabeir (USA) - Girl Ranger (IRE) Owner Mr Faihan Faisal Almandeel Trainer K. R. Burke, Leyburn Breeder M. Conaghan

JOCKEY

8-3

John Egan

(4)

Form 42-12 Sponsored by Middleham Park Racing

LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets. A winner at 1m1f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/4l by War Horse when second of 4 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m2f (good to firm) last month. Didn’t get the clearest run on that occasion Silvestre De Sousa and one to consider. Official BHA Rating 80

FIRST RACE

NO HORSE

WEIGHT

SHARP COMBO (IRE) (243)

8-2

DRAW

(7)

B g Bated Breath - Combination (FR) Owner Kingsley Park 26 Form 510032Trainer Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham Sponsored by Breeder Kildaragh Stud & M. Downey Johnston Racing Ltd ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN epaulets. A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten a short head by Tiempo Star when second of 7 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m in October last year. Runs from 1lb out of the handicap. Up in trip on his return to the track and not discounted. Official BHA Rating 78

SWILCAN BRIDGE (GB) (35)

B c Helmet (AUS) - Avon Lady Owner Mick and Janice Mariscotti Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Breeder Meon Valley Stud

Franny Norton

8-2 (12)

Form 05-1532 Sponsored by Kingsclere Stud

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoops, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap. A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten a head by Al Azhar when second of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m2f (good to firm) in April. Placed at this track on his previous run but needs to find more from 4lb out of the handicap. Official BHA Rating 75

JOCKEY

HUL AH BAH LOO (IRE) (37)

B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Susiescot (IRE) Owner Mr Mark McAllister Trainer Simon Dow, Epsom Breeder Mrs Amanda McCreery

8-2

(9)

Form 226-505 Sponsored by Simon Dow RED, BLACK and WHITE check sleeves, RED and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap. Placed twice in seven starts. Finished 5l behind Court Of Session when fifth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m in April. Runs from 9lb out of the handicap. Has to find plenty of improvement in order to make an impact. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/4/2022 it was reported that the horse had lost a shoe. Official BHA Rating 70

Result 1st

2nd

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THE MODERN QUEEN ELIZABETH II STAND WAS BUILT IN 1995 AND THE DERBY WAS PERMANENTLY SWITCHED TO A SATURDAY FROM A WEDNESDAY. THE RACE WAS WON BY LAMMTARRA WHO WAS MAKING HIS SEASONAL DEBUT UNDER WALTER SWINBURN.

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Aidan Keeley (7)

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THE QUEEN’S DERBY RUNNERS 24

During the 70 years of her reign, The Queen has seen her colours carried by 10 horses in the Derby. None came closer to winning than the first, Aureole, who was runner-up to Pinza in 1953 just four days after Her Majesty’s coronation. Aureole gained some compensation when winning the Coronation Cup at Epsom Downs in 1954 and also won the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot. He went on to enjoy a highly successful stud career, siring the 1960 Derby winner St Paddy and being crowned champion sire in 1960 and 1961.

Full record of The Queen’s Derby runners: 1953 AUREOLE (9-1) Jockey: Harry Carr Finishing Position: 2nd 1954 LANDAU (100-7) Jockey: Willie Snaith Finishing Position: 8th 1956 ATLAS (50-1) Jockey: Harry Carr Finishing Position: 5th 1957 DOUTELLE (100-6) Jockey: Harry Carr Finishing Position: 10th 1958 MINER’S LAMP (100-6) Jockey: Bill Rickaby Finishing Position: dead-heated for 6th 1959 ABOVE SUSPICION (100-6) Jockey: Doug Smith Finishing Position: 5th 1978 ENGLISH HARBOUR (12-1) Jockey: Joe Mercer Finishing Position: 18th 1979 MILFORD (15-2) Jockey: Lester Piggott Finishing Position: 10th 1981 CHURCH PARADE (25-1) Jockey: Willie Carson Finishing Position: 5th 2011 CARLTON HOUSE (5-2 Fav) Jockey: Ryan Moore Finishing position: 3rd

Over the ensuing 28 years, The Queen’s eight Derby runners struggled to match Aureole’s performance, with the best finishing position being fifth, achieved by Atlas (1956), Above Suspicion (1959) and Church Parade (1981). It was a full 30 years after Church Parade that The Queen was next represented in The Derby, by Carlton House in 2011. The first of The Queen’s horses to start as favourite, the 5-2 chance did not enjoy the clearest of runs and also lost a front shoe in the closing stages as he came home third behind Pour Moi. Edward VII, The Queen’s great grandfather, is the only reigning monarch to have owned a Derby winner – Minoru in 1909.

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SECOND RACE 2.35

The Princess Elizabeth Stakes (Sponsored By Cazoo) (Group 3) (Class 1) ONE MILE about 113 YARDS (8f abt 113yds)

for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares Total race value £100,000 For conditions of this race see page 80

SECOND RACE

STALLS: INSIDE

RACE FACTS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding (12 wins from 84 runners, 14%) runs MAJESTIC GLORY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (11 wins from 41 runners, 27%) runs BASHKIROVA LONGEST TRAVELLER: STATEMENT trained by K Ryan, Hambleton, 244 miles.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Parent’s Prayer (IRE)

Ridden by Oisin Murphy Owned by Ecurie Ama Zingteam Trained by Archie Watson | S/P 4-1 (8 ran)

EPSOM RACE SUMMARY

A chance is taken with MAJESTIC GLORY. She raced freely in the Fred Darling on her most recent start and Andrew Balding's charge will need to settle upped in trip. However, a first-time hood is employed and if that works the oracle the daughter of Frankel could land a telling blow. Mrs Fitzherbert (winner) overcame a troubled run when repelling the challenge of Bashkirova (second) at Goodwood in April and it will be interesting to see if that form is upheld. Of the remainder, Potapova is preferred to Roman Mist.

WIN: MAJESTIC GLORY

EACH-WAY: Mrs Fitzherbert

PRESENTATION Cazoo is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

(EXACTA)

Hood worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Probable S.P.’s - 3-1 Potapova (GB), 7-2 Bashkirova (GB), 4-1 Mrs Fitzherbert (IRE), 8-1 Roman Mist (IRE), 10-1 Technique (GB), 11-1 Majestic Glory (GB), 20-1 Miss Marble (GB), 40-1 Statement (IRE), 100-1 Rolling The Dice (IRE), 300-1 Flash Betty (GB)

SECOND RACE 2.35 NO HORSE

AGE

WEIGHT

9-8

BASHKIROVA (GB) (35)

B f Pivotal - Russian Finale Owner Cheveley Park Stud Trainer William Haggas, Newmarket Breeder Cheveley Park Stud Limited

DRAW

Form 1110-2 Sponsored by Cheveley Park Stud

RED, WHITE sash, WHITE cap. She has won three times at 1m on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1/2l by Mrs Fitzherbert when second of 6 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to firm) in April. Ran well on her seasonal reappearance and she’s on the shortlist. Official BHA Rating 104

MISS MARBLE (GB) (39)

B f Iffraaj - Lottie Dod (IRE) Owner Sheikh Hamed Dalmook Al Maktoum Trainer Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Breeder Wardley Bloodstock

JOCKEY

(2)

Form

9-8

Tom Marquand

(1)

2/116-01

LIGHT BLUE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves and cap. She has won three times at 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 6-1 at Nottingham over 1m (good to firm) on her latest outing in April, beating Khatwah by 1l. Silvestre De Sousa This requires considerably more and she’ll do well to hit the frame. Official BHA Rating 97

MRS FITZHERBERT (IRE) (35)

B f Kingman - Stupendous Miss (USA) Owner Sonia M. Rogers & Anthony Rogers Trainer Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley Breeder Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers

9-8

(6)

Form 44114-1 D Sponsored by Bridgend Hotel YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE spots, YELLOW sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap. She has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 12-1 at Goodwood over 1m (good to firm) on her latest outing in April, beating Bashkirova by 1/2l. Worth more than the margin of that victory suggests. Commands respect. Official BHA Rating 105

POTAPOVA (GB) (47)

B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Safina Owner Cheveley Park Stud Trainer Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket Breeder Cheveley Park Stud Limited

9-8

George Rooke

(9)

Form 1/1040-2 Sponsored by Cheveley Park Stud

RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap. Successful twice at 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a head by Roman Mist when second of 7 at 2-1 on her latest outing at Kempton over 1m in April. With that run behind her she’ll be a danger to all. Returning to turf is a positive. Official BHA Rating 100

ROMAN MIST (IRE) (47)

9-8

(4)

STATEMENT (IRE) (245)

9-8

(8)

Ryan Moore

Gr f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Drifting Mist Owner Hot To Trot Racing 1 Roman Mist Form 1442-21 D Trainer Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn Sponsored by Breeder Kildaragh Stud The Pheasant Inn MAROON, BEIGE braces, BEIGE cap. Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 9-2 at Kempton over 1m on her latest outing in April, beating Potapova by a head. Richard Kingscote This will require a career-best effort, but she can’t be ruled out. Official BHA Rating 101

B f Lawman (FR) - Fact Or Folklore (IRE) Owner Mrs R G Hillen and Partner Trainer Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder Ballylinch Stud

Form

203660-

DARK BLUE, PINK epaulets, diabolo on sleeves. A winner at 6f on heavy ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind With Thanks at 9-1 when seventh of 14 on her latest outing at Ascot over 7f (soft) in October last year. Makes her debut for Kevin Ryan and she needs to prove she stays this far, so others appeal more. Official BHA Rating 93

Kevin Stott

AGE

TECHNIQUE (GB) (39)

B or Gr f Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Lifting Me Higher (IRE) Owner Mantonbury Stud Form 02420-2 D Trainer Freddie & Martyn Meade, Manton Breeder The Pocock Family

WEIGHT

9-8

DRAW

PINK and EMERALD GREEN check, PINK sleeves and cap. A winner at 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten a head by Noon Star when second of 4 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (good to firm) in April. Not sure the drop in trip is ideal but she enters calculations nonetheless. Official BHA Rating 105

FLASH BETTY (GB) (21)

MAJESTIC GLORY (GB) (49)

8-10

Hollie Doyle

(3)

Form 21160-3 Sponsored by Ashford Stud

BLACK, WHITE disc, striped sleeves and cap. Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground. Third of 12 behind Wild Beauty beaten 1 3/4l at 14-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Dubai Duty Free Stakes at Newbury over 7f (good) in April. Key player if the first-time hood helps her to settle. Official BHA Rating 101

Rob Hornby

8-10 (10)

B f Gregorian (IRE) - Bridie Ffrench Owner Paul Humphreys & Jonathan Sweeney Form 152-504 Trainer Mick Channon, West Ilsley Sponsored by Breeder Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd DARK BLUE, PINK star, PINK sleeves, DARK BLUE diamonds, PINK cap, DARK BLUE star. She has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 14l behind Nashwa when fourth of 7 at 50-1 on her latest outing at Newbury over 1m 2f (good) last month. Has struggled in Group company and she faces another stiff assignment. Official BHA Rating 94

B f Frankel - Bella Nouf Owner Mrs Doreen Tabor Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Breeder The Bella Nouf Partnership

JOCKEY

(7)

ROLLING THE DICE (IRE) (22)

8-10

David Probert

(5)

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Padma Owner Mr Hassan Al Abdulmalik Form 4013-0 Trainer Hilal Kobeissi, Newmarket Breeder Paul McEnery ORANGE, BLACK spots and armlets. A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Fonteyn when last of 12 on her latest outing at York over 1m (good) last month. Fitted with first-time cheekpieces and may step forward, but she will need to. Official BHA Rating 97

Marco Ghiani

Result 1st

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1894 Lord Rosebery is the only person to have owned The Derby winner while Prime Minister of Britain. He was successful in 1894 with Ladas and the following year with Sir Visto.

SECOND RACE

NO HORSE

WITH THANKS AND FAREWELL TO JULIA BUDD since become known all over the world, face challenges never encountered before. Julia’s passion, experience and sound judgment have helped to ensure that Epsom Downs finishes her term with the eyes of the world focused upon The Derby, and ready for a new and exciting chapter in the years to come. The sport is also fortunate that Julia will continue in her role as Chair of both the Racing Foundation and the British Racing School. I know that as a committed racing fan and owner this racecourse and its most famous contest will always hold a special place in Julia’s heart. It is testament to her time as Chair that the feeling will always be mutual.

I would like to take this opportunity to extend my thanks, and those of The Jockey Club, the Racecourse Committee and the wider executive team, to Julia as her term as the Chair of Epsom Downs concludes. Today’s Jubilee events are momentous for this unique and historic racecourse and our sport more widely, and it is a fitting end to Julia’s tenure and the dedication she has shown in her time as Chair. Since taking up the position in June 2016, Julia has been a valued and guiding influence on The Jockey Club’s stewardship of The Derby. In that time she has seen the race’s published value rise to £1.5 million ensuring it remains the richest in the UK, as well as strengthening the ties between this racecourse and the community in which it sits. Julia’s tenure as chair has also seen a race which was first run in 1780, and which has

Sandy Dudgeon Senior Steward The Jockey Club

THE QUEEN AND EPSOM DOWNS 32

The 2022 Cazoo Derby forms part of the official Platinum Jubilee celebrations, marking 70 years since Her Majesty ascended to the throne on February 6th 1952.

It was two decades later, appropriately the Silver Jubilee year of 1977, that Her Majesty enjoyed her second Oaks success. Dunfermline, a filly bred by The Queen’s Royal Studs at Sandringham and trained by Dick Hern, prevailed by three quarters of a length from Freeze The Secret, with The Queen watching on television due to official duties.

The Queen’s longevity as a racehorse owner and her support for Epsom Downs Racecourse is unrivalled. Until the COVID-19 pandemic she had only missed attending Derby Day twice – in 1956 when on a state visit to Sweden, and in 1984 when attending the 40th anniversary of D-Day commemoration in France.

The filly went on to confirm her brilliance when beating Alleged in the final British Classic of the season, the St Leger, at Doncaster. It was 30 years after Church Parade finished fifth in the 1981 Derby that Her Majesty had her next Derby runner and 10th in all in 2011. The newly-married Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry were among family members who travelled to Epsom Downs to support Her Majesty and Carlton House.

Her Majesty’s involvement as a racehorse owner began in 1949 and spans nine decades, featuring many highlights at Epsom Downs, including two victories in the Group One fillies’ Classic, The Oaks. Her golden era as a racehorse owner was in the 1950s. Just four days after her Coronation, the monarch was at the sun-drenched Epsom Downs on June 6th 1953 with a reported crowd of more than 500,000 people present to witness her first Derby runner, Aureole.

The Street Cry colt was sent off the 5-2 favourite on the back of an impressive Dante Stakes victory at York. There was huge media interest, but there was to be no fairytale result. Carlton House, ridden by Ryan Moore and trained by Sir Michael Stoute, lost a shoe and finished third, a length behind the successful French raider Pour Moi.

Sent off at odds of 9-1 for trainer Sir Cecil Boyd-Rochfort and jockey Harry Carr following the colt’s Lingfield Derby Trial victory, Aureole finished four lengths second to Pinza – the closest Her Majesty has come to winning the world’s most famous Flat race.

The Queen also went close to further Oaks glory in 2001, when her homebred Flight Of Fancy finished second, one and a quarter lengths adrift of the winner Imagine.

The Queen experienced her first major victory at the historic course the following year. Aureole, bred by The Queen’s father King George VI, returned to Epsom Downs 12 months after finishing second in The Derby to win the Coronation Cup easily as a four-year-old.

Her Majesty was champion owner in both 1954 and 1957. She has enjoyed success in the other two British Classics, the 2000 Guineas and 1000 Guineas over a mile at Newmarket, thanks to Pall Mall (1958) and Highclere (1974) respectively. The Queen takes great joy in spending time with her horses, at the Royal Studs and at their training yards, to which she has been a frequent visitor. Her horses are foaled at Sandringham, and go as yearlings to Polhampton Stud near Newbury before joining one of her trainers.

Aureole also won the 1954 King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot and went on to be champion sire in 1960 and 1961, with his best progeny including the 1960 Derby winner St Paddy. It was in 1957 that Her Majesty first enjoyed Classic success in The Oaks, thanks to Carrozza, who was leased to her by The National Stud.

A patron of both The Jockey Club and the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association, The Queen also received two of the most prestigious awards in racing, taking the Cartier Millennium Award of Merit in 2000, and the Sir Peter O’Sullevan Charitable Trust Award in 2002.

Her Majesty was accompanied to Epsom Downs by HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother and HRH Princess Margaret and they cheered home the Noel Murless-trained Carrozza, who started at 100-8 and held off Silken Glider by a short-head under a youthful Lester Piggott, who kicked on two furlongs out.

The Queen’s involvement in the equine world stretches far beyond racing. As well as thoroughbreds, she has bred Highland ponies, Cleveland Bays, polo ponies and sports horses – including Doublet, who carried her daughter Princess Anne to victory in the 1971 European Eventing Championships.

Amid huge cheering, Her Majesty led her three year old filly into the famous winner’s enclosure at Epsom Downs and she has been a regular visitor to the racecourse ever since.

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THIRD RACE 3.10

The Cazoo Diomed Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) ONE MILE about 113 YARDS (8f abt 113yds)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total race value £100,000 For conditions of this race see page 00

STALLS: INSIDE

RACE FACTS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (8 wins from 70 runners, 11%) runs ESCOBAR FANCY THAT: S & E Crisford won this race in 2018 and 2020. The stable runs FINEST SOUND today.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Oh This Is Us (IRE)

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ESCOBAR trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 239 miles.

Ridden by Tom Marquand Owned by Team Wallop Trained by Richard Hannon | S/P 18-1 (7 ran)

EPSOM RACE SUMMARY

MUTASAABEQ was desperately unlucky at Sandown on his latest outing, when he travelled best only to be denied a clear run at a vital stage. Charlie Hills' charge can make amends in what represents a drop in class by repelling the challenge of Modern News, who arrives in search of a hat-trick. Megallan should be suited by the drop in distance and he makes plenty of appeal, along with Jebel Hatta runner-up Finest Sound.

WIN: MUTASAABEQ

EACH-WAY: Modern News

PRESENTATION Cazoo is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

(EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Probable S.P.’s - 13-8 Modern News (GB), 4-1 Mutasaabeq (GB), 5-1 Megallan (GB), 9-1 Escobar (IRE), Finest Sound (IRE), Zakouski (GB)

THIRD RACE

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): C Appleby (10 wins from 25 runners, 40%) runs MODERN NEWS and ZAKOUSKI

THIRD RACE 3.10 NO HORSE

AGE

ESCOBAR (IRE) (14)

B g Famous Name - Saying Grace (IRE) Owner Withernsea Thoroughbred Limited Trainer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder Peter Evans

WEIGHT

DRAW

9-8

(6)

Form 52206-1 Sponsored by Tiffin Sandwiches Limited BLACK, YELLOW, GREEN & RED dartboard, WHITE sleeves, RED darts, RED cap. Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. A winner at 9-1 at York over 7f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Oo De Lally by a neck. This requires considerably more and others are preferred. Official BHA Rating 107

FINEST SOUND (IRE) (91)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Amplifier Owner Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Form Trainer Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Breeder Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

9-8

04313-2

MEGALLAN (GB) (29)

9-8

Form 2015-23 BF Sponsored by Tote

MODERN NEWS (GB) (26)

9-8

Form 11-3011 Sponsored by Emirates Fly Better

MUTASAABEQ (GB) (43) Form

9-8

ZAKOUSKI (GB) (91)

William Buick

(1)

0010-12

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, striped cap. He has won four times at 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten a neck by Lights On when second of 6 at 85-40 on his latest outing in the Group 2 bet365 Mile at Sandown over 1m (good) in April. Unfortunate not to win there and he rates the one to beat. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/4/2022 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. Official BHA Rating 108

B h Shamardal (USA) - O’Giselle (AUS) Owner Godolphin Trainer Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Breeder Godolphin

Frankie Dettori

(5)

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cap. Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Windsor over 1m (good to firm) last month, beating Tempus by 4 1/2l. Highly progressive this season and he could be the answer. Official BHA Rating 111

Br c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Ghanaati (USA) Owner Shadwell Estate Company Ltd Trainer Charles Hills, Lambourn Breeder Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Andrea Atzeni

(2)

BLACK and WHITE (halved), sleeves reversed, RED cap. He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 4 behind Solid Stone beaten 12l at 5-6fav on his latest outing in the Group 2 Huxley Stakes at Chester over 1m 2f last month. Respected with the drop in trip likely to suit. Official BHA Rating 112

Ch g Shamardal (USA) - Modern Ideals Owner Godolphin Trainer Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Breeder Godolphin

Jason Watson

(4)

YELLOW, large BLACK spots and spots on cap. He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Alfareeq when second of 14 at 14-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Jebel Hatta Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f in March. More is needed but he can’t be ruled out. Official BHA Rating 108

B c Kingman - Eastern Belle Owner Mr A. E. Oppenheimer Trainer John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Breeder Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd

JOCKEY

9-8

Jim Crowley

(3)

Form 2110-30 D Sponsored by Emirates Fly Better

ROYAL BLUE. Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 1f on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Alfareeq at 5-2 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Jebel Hatta Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f in March. He’s no forlorn hope back on home soil. Official BHA Rating 112

James Doyle

Result 1st

2nd

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1828 There have been two dead-heats in Derby history. In 1828 Cadland and The Colonel could not be separated so took part in a ‘run-off’ later that afternoon, which the former won. In 1884 St Gatien and Harvester were jointly awarded the race, the only time in Derby history this has happened.

Four fillies were successful in both the Cazoo Derby and the Cazoo Oaks Eleanor (1801), Blink Bonny (1857), Signorinetta (1908) and Fifinella (1916).

1995 The Derby was permanently switched from Wednesday to Saturday in 1995. In its history the race has been run on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and usually takes place on the first Saturday in June.

JUST NINE DAYS AFTER THE OPENING OF NINE ELMS STATION, SPECIAL TRAINS RAN TO EPSOM CARRYING MORE THAN 5,000 PEOPLE FOR THE DERBY. THE RACE WAS WON BY 30/1 OUTSIDER AMATO.

THIRD RACE

DID YOU KNOW?

QUEEN’S JOCKEYS TO CELEBRATE PLATINUM JUBILEE IN ROYAL SILKS The Queen’s colours on, especially at Epsom, a jockey would grow six inches. It makes you feel important when you put those colours on. The Queen is the most famous woman in the whole wide world, so you’re privileged.

Forty retired and current jockeys to have ridden for The Queen will this afternoon pay a special tribute to Her Majesty’s contribution to horseracing, gathering at the world famous Epsom Downs Racecourse dressed in the monarch’s purple and gold silks.

“She’s the patron of racing. Without her we would be a little bit lost, because her patronage is a very valuable thing.

The jockeys will include 79 year old four-time Derby winner Willie Carson and John Reid, who won The Derby in 1992. Current riders joining the line-up include Frankie Dettori and Ryan Moore, both of whom have won The Derby twice, and another of The Queen’s regular jockeys, Hayley Turner.

“It’s not just the horseracing she enjoys - she enjoys the breeding side of it. She likes to know from trainers how the horse is behaving and its attitude, its temperament. She wants to know those things. That’s what she’s really interested in. The winning post is the end result and she enjoys that, of course, but she enjoys everything before you get to the winning post. That gives her the most pleasure.”

The Derby remains the only one of the five ‘Classics’ Her Majesty is yet to win as a racehorse owner, despite having finished second with Aureole in 1953 just four days after her Coronation and third in 2011 with Carlton House, who was her 10th and most recent runner in the race.

John Reid, who first rode for The Queen while still an apprentice jockey and went on to ride dozens of times in her famous silks, added: “It’ll be pretty special. It’s something I’m looking forward to.

To recognise Her Majesty’s contribution to horseracing and her long association with The Derby – which includes missing just two Derby days between her 1953 Coronation and the start of the Coronavirus pandemic - The Queen’s Stand at Epsom Downs Racecourse has also been renamed this week as The Queen Elizabeth II Stand.

“We got to know each other quite well over the years, and met at many different functions. It was a great pleasure to me. For anyone who puts those colours on, it’s special. I guarantee that every jockey who has had them on, the first time they make sure they have a photograph taken, just in case they never ride for her again.”

Willie Carson, who won The Oaks on Dunfermline for The Queen at Epsom Downs in her Silver Jubilee year in 1977, said: “When you put 39

THE AGA KHAN STUDS CELEBRATES ITS CENTENARY It has become something of a tradition over the last 200 years or so for the Aga Khan, the head of the Nizari Isma’ilism branch of the Islamic faith, to take a rich interest in sport and in particular horses. The very first Aga Khan (1804-1881) was said to have owned some of the world’s finest Arabian horses, which were then inherited by his son, the second Aga Khan. This interest would inevitably move towards thoroughbreds and His Highness the Aga Khan III – the grandfather of the current Aga Khan IV – was one of the most successful owners of his time in the first half of the 20th Century. The Aga Khan Studs which he established celebrates its centenary this year.

He owned no fewer than 16 Classic winners during his lifetime, with five of those coming in The Derby itself between 1930 and 1948. The first of his five winners was the Dick Dawsontrained Blenheim, who was a one length victor of the 1930 Derby under Harry Wragg. Blenheim was the lesser fancied of the two Aga Khan runners but snatched victory in the final strides, leading to Wragg describing Blenheim as having won in “the most gentlemanly manner”. And the achievement of winning at Epsom Downs was not lost on the Aga Khan himself, who said: “I can hardly believe it to be true, it all seems like a dream. It is impossible to say how glad I am to have won the greatest race in the world.

“The Derby is the most ticklish of all races. The course is critical, the temperament and even the mood of the animal is critical. I know of no more searching test for a horse than to run in the Derby.” Further success would follow in the 1935 Derby, when Bahram would become his first ever homebred winner of The Derby, having been sent off as a 5-4 favourite for trainer Frank Butters. He was described by the Press as having “the hopes and bets of half of Britain” and he did not disappoint, eventually going on to become the only 20th Century horse to win the English Triple Crown and remain unbeaten. Three more winners would follow for the Aga Khan III in Mahmoud (1936), My Love (1948) and Tulyar (1952) and he would play another key role in the history of British horseracing, gifting Her Majesty The Queen her first racehorse as a wedding present. That filly was a foal named Astrakhan, who was a grand-daughter of Derby winner Bahram and went on to give The Queen her first winner on the Flat, at Hurst Park in 1950. Upon his death in 1957, the third Aga Khan was succeeded by his grandson Aga Khan IV. Much like his grandfather before him, he has a rich interest in the equestrian world and horseracing and it is something he still enjoys to this day alongside his daughter, Princess Zahra Aga Khan. A key player in both the racing and breeding worlds in modern times, the Aga Khan IV has proven to be just as successful in The Derby as his grandfather, equalling his five victories. The first of those victories remains perhaps the most famous Derby winner of them all as it came in 1981 with Shergar, who still holds the record for the largest winning margin courtesy of his 10-length victory.

Paying tribute to his grandfather, he said after the race: “In many ways, the Derby vindicates my decision to continue in racing. There is the joy and happiness of winning and there is the continuing of a family tradition.” The green silks with red epaulettes and a green cap of the Aga Khan became known around the world and he would win The Derby twice more in the 1980s, with the Sir Michael Stoute-trained Shahrastani in 1986 and the Luca Cumani-trained Kahyasi in 1988. More Derby history would be made with Sinndar, who became the first winner of the premier Classic in the new Millennium for John Oxx and Johnny Murtagh, while the Aga Khan would go on to match his grandfather’s tally of five winners when winning the 2016 renewal with the Dermot Weld-trained Harzand. He also has a close relationship with Her Majesty The Queen, gifting her a horse as an 80th birthday present in 2006. That horse was called Estimate, who ensured that Her Majesty would become the first reigning monarch to win the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot in its 207-year history, when gamely defeating Simenon by a neck in 2013. Owning breeding operations in both Ireland and France, the Aga Khan has continued the legacy of his grandfather’s love of the sport with great commitment, building an operation which will be enjoyed for many years to come.

Harzand

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FOURTH RACE 3.45

The Simpex Express “Dash” Handicap Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) FIVE FURLONGS (5f)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total race value £100,000 For conditions of this race see page 80

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

RACE FACTS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding (12 wins from 84 runners, 14%) runs STONE OF DESTINY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Varian (10 wins from 34 runners, 29%) runs DUSKY LORD FANCY THAT: P Midgley won this race in 2015 and 2018. The stable runs MID WINSTER today.

Mokaatil Ridden by David Egan

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MASTER MATT trained by M J Smith, Ireland.

Owned by Midtech Trained by Ian Williams | S/P 25-1 (16 ran)

EPSOM RACE SUMMARY

FINE WINE landed the spoils in convincing style at York last time and it would be no surprise to see the five-year-old continue his ascendancy in this contest. The Scott Dixon-trained gelding may be able to defy a 9lb rise and he gets the tentative vote off a career-high mark. Live In The Dream arrives in a rich vein of form and could continue to progress with Sean Kirrane taking 3lb off his back. Mokaatil succeeded in this contest last year and demands consideration.

WIN: FINE WINE

EACH-WAY: Live In The Dream

PRESENTATION Simpex Express is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 20

(EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 7, 20. Visor worn by No. 15, 18. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 15, 17. Probable S.P.’s - 17-2 Tees Spirit (GB), 9-1 Fine Wine (FR), Live In The Dream (IRE), Dusky Lord (GB), 14-1 Sunday Sovereign (GB), Stone of Destiny (GB), Mid Winster (GB), 16-1 Mokaatil (GB), 18-1 Justanotherbottle (IRE), 20-1 Equality (GB), 25-1 Master Matt (GB), Live In The Moment (IRE), 28-1 King of Stars (IRE), 33-1 Mountain Peak (GB), Thegreatestshowman (GB), 40-1 Blue de Vega (GER), Mulzim (GB), 50-1 Tone The Barone (GB), 66-1 A Sure Welcome (GB), 100-1 Lipsink (IRE) 45

FOURTH RACE

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

FOURTH RACE 3.45 NO HORSE

AGE

JUSTANOTHERBOTTLE (IRE) (35) 8

Ch g Intense Focus (USA) - Duchess K (IRE) Owner Mr Steve Ryan & Mr M J Tedham Trainer Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder John O’Connor

WEIGHT

DRAW

9-12

(1)

Form 121-624 D Sponsored by Santry Ltd

YELLOW, DARK BLUE triple diamond and armlets. Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 2 1/2l behind Blackrod when fourth of 19 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) in April. That was an encouraging effort but this requires another step forward. Official BHA Rating 102

MASTER MATT (GB) (70)

B g Slade Power (IRE) - Ahaaly Owner Mr F. W. Lynch Trainer Matthew J. Smith, Ireland Breeder Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Form

KING OF STARS (IRE) (7)

Gr g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Glowing Star (IRE) Owner Mr William Esdaile Form Trainer Michael Appleby, Oakham Breeder Churchtown House Stud & Liam Butler

Kevin Stott

9-12 (14)

20150-4 D

RED, WHITE cross belts, hooped sleeves and spots on cap. Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Laugh A Minute when fourth of 11 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Curragh over 5f (good to soft) in March. He demands plenty of respect. Official BHA Rating 102

JOCKEY

R. P. Whelan

9-10 (20)

1-55064 D

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE spots. Winner of five races at 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Raasel when fourth of 9 at 50-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good) last month. Capable on his day Alistair Rawlinson and he’s worthy of consideration on that latest run. Official BHA Rating 100

BLUE DE VEGA (GER) (29)

9-10 (12)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Burning Heights (GER) Owner Mrs J. Morley Form 4140-15 D Trainer Robert Cowell, Newmarket Sponsored by Breeder Gestut Ammerland Al Basti Equiworld YELLOW, BLACK chevron, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, BLACK cap, YELLOW star. Has won 11 races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 9l behind Flaming Rib when last of 5 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 5f (good) last month. He may have to settle for a minor role. Official BHA Rating 100

MOUNTAIN PEAK (GB) (23)

9-8

(2)

B g Swiss Spirit - Nolas Lolly (IRE) Owner Ebury Racing Form 1000-25 D Trainer Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn Sponsored by Breeder Mrs Hugh Maitland-Jones ABM Catering Facilities Management PURPLE, PINK epaulets, PINK and PURPLE quartered cap. Has won nine races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Fine Wine when fifth of 13 at 25-1 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. Sits 2lb above his last winning mark and merits plenty of consideration. Official BHA Rating 98

SUNDAY SOVEREIGN (GB) (14) 5

B g Equiano (FR) - Red Sovereign Owner King Power Racing Co Ltd Trainer Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder Byerley Stud

Tom Marquand

9-7 (11)

Form 026-052 D Sponsored by King Power International Co Ltd ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star. He has won three times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to good to soft. Beaten a neck by Illusionist when second of 12 at 16-1 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. This consistent five-year-old may be able to sneak minor money. Official BHA Rating 97

Adam Kirby

Rob Hornby

NO HORSE

AGE

FINE WINE (FR) (23)

B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Mulled Wine (FR) Owner Dixon Brennan Mahony & Partners Trainer Scott Dixon, Rolleston Breeder Khalifa Dasmal

WEIGHT

9-5

DRAW

JOCKEY

(7)

Form 123521 D Sponsored by Tote

ROYAL BLUE, PINK chevrons, ROYAL BLUE cap. Winner of seven races at 5f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 5-1 at York over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Raasel by 3l. The progressive son of Dream Ahead Jonathan Fisher (5) arrives in a rich vein of form and rates a big player. Official BHA Rating 95

TONE THE BARONE (GB) (36)

9-4 (19)

LIGHT GREEN, RED disc, RED cap. Has won 12 races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Raasel at 10-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) in April. Yet to be as effective on turf and he may find a few too strong. Official BHA Rating 94

EQUALITY (GB) (43)

B g Equiano (FR) - Penny Drops Owner Kennet Valley Thoroughbreds II Trainer Charles Hills, Lambourn Breeder Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

9-4

(4)

Form 0364-13 D BF Sponsored by Oakman Group PLC NAVY BLUE, RED and LIGHT BLUE hoop and armlets, WHITE cap. Successful twice at 5f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 7 behind Ancient Times beaten 1 3/4l at 10-11fav on his latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good to firm) in April. This lightly-raced four-year-old may be able to take a step forward. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/4/2022 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. Official BHA Rating 94

LIVE IN THE DREAM (IRE) (31) 3

STONE OF DESTINY (GB) (36)

LIVE IN THE MOMENT (IRE) (36)5

9-0

David Probert

(6)

Form 56-4000 D Sponsored by Tote PINK, LIGHT BLUE star, PINK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, PINK cap, LIGHT BLUE star. Winner of five races at 5f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Raasel at 13-2 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) in April. He’s failed to fire this campaign and will need to bounce back. Official BHA Rating 90

Sean Kirrane (3)

9-2 (18)

B g Acclamation - Irishstone (IRE) Owner King Power Racing Co Ltd Form 50-6006 D Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Sponsored by Breeder Biddestone Stud King Power International Co Ltd ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star. He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Raasel when sixth of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 5f (good) in April. He hit the line with plenty of conviction there and a mark of 92 is workable. Official BHA Rating 92

Ch g Zebedee - Approaching Autumn Owner Steve & Jolene de’Lemos Trainer Adam West, Epsom Breeder Thomas Hassett

Jack Mitchell

9-2 (17)

Ch g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Approaching Autumn Owner Steve & Jolene de’Lemos Form 04-6411 D Trainer Adam West, Epsom Sponsored by Breeder Miss Lorna Doyle Tote PINK, LIGHT BLUE star, PINK sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap. He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 11-8fav at Chester over 5f (good to soft) last month, beating Nymphadora by 2 1/4l. He’s on the hunt for a hat-trick of wins and holds every chance. Official BHA Rating 99

Marco Ghiani

FOURTH RACE

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - A Huge Dream (IRE) Owner Mr B Piper and Partner Form 1-35110 D Trainer Stuart Williams, Newmarket Sponsored by Breeder ORS Bloodstock & Stanley House Stud Tote

Jason Hart

NO HORSE

AGE

DUSKY LORD (GB) (21)

B g Twilight Son - Petit Trianon Owner THE DUSKY LORD PARTNERSHIP Trainer Roger Varian, Newmarket Breeder Select Bloodstock

WEIGHT

DRAW

8-13

(3)

Form 6/1140-1 D Sponsored by Tattersalls

WHITE, BROWN armlets. He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 13-2 at Newmarket over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Rebel At Dawn by 1 3/4l. Needs a career-best to defy a 7lb rise, but he could mount a bold bid. Official BHA Rating 89

MID WINSTER (GB) (7)

B m Burwaaz - Cayman Fox Owner john blackburn & alan bell Trainer Paul Midgley, Westow Breeder R. R. Whitton

Form 250-431 D Sponsored by Sheridan Fabrications Ltd

MOKAATIL (GB) (30)

8-11

MULZIM (GB) (38)

8-10

A SURE WELCOME (GB) (5)

LIPSINK (IRE) (14)

5 Form

8-9

William Carson

(5)

16200-0 D

WHITE, DARK BLUE seams, DARK BLUE and WHITE striped sleeves and cap. He has won three times from 5f to 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Illusionist at 66-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Yet to land his first victory on turf and this appears a tough task. Official BHA Rating 85

Shane Kelly

8-9 (16)

B g Pastoral Pursuits - Croeso Bach Owner Kinnersley Partnership 3 Form 0000-43 D Trainer John Spearing, Kinnersley Sponsored by Breeder Richard Evans Bloodstock Pension Partners Llp RED, YELLOW star, RED sleeves, YELLOW spots, RED cap, YELLOW star. Has won 14 races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind Get It beaten 2 3/4l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Windsor over 5f last month. Sits 4lb lower than his latest win but still faces a tough assignment. Official BHA Rating 85

B g Kodiac - Iron Lips Owner Mr J. Sargeant Trainer Robert Cowell, Newmarket Breeder Wertheimer et Frere

Harry Davies (5)

(8)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Samaah (IRE) Owner Victoria Taylor & Family Form 06-0610 D Trainer Mike Murphy, Westoning Sponsored by Breeder Shadwell Estate Company Limited Old Palace Lodge MAUVE, MAROON star, MAROON sleeves, MAUVE stars and cap. Has won eight races from 5f to 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 13l behind Celsius at 16-1 when last of 11 on his latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) in April. He has become somewhat inconsistent but has a chance on the pick of his form. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/4/2022 it was reported that the horse would prefer easier ground. Official BHA Rating 86

Graham Lee

(9)

Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Moonlit Garden (IRE) Owner Midtech Form 6-06134 CD Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch Sponsored by Breeder Biddestone Stud Mid-Tech (Air Products) Ltd LIGHT BLUE and RED (quartered), hooped sleeves, WHITE cap. Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Look Out Louis when fourth on his latest outing at Chester over 5f. Landed this contest off 5lb lower last year and is considered again. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/5/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Official BHA Rating 87

David Egan

8-13 (13)

BEIGE, RED seams, armlets and cap. Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Won on her latest outing when 9-4fav at Catterick over 5f (good to firm) last month, beating Ready Freddie Go by 1 1/4l. Showed a determined attitude there and must enter calculations. Official BHA Rating 89

JOCKEY

Hollie Doyle

NO HORSE

AGE

TEES SPIRIT (GB) (28)

WEIGHT

DRAW

Br g Swiss Spirit - Mistress Twister Owner Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League Form 3203-11 D Trainer Adrian Nicholls, Sessay Sponsored by Breeder Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd Scott Bros Ltd ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, RED cap. He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Nottingham over 5f (good) last month, beating Four Adaay by 1l. Has also won at Beverley this season. This requires considerably more but he may continue his ascendancy. Official BHA Rating 83

THEGREATESTSHOWMAN (GB) (21) 6

Ch g Equiano (FR) - Conversational (IRE) Owner Amy Murphy Racing Club Trainer Amy Murphy, Newmarket Breeder Biddestone Stud Ltd

JOCKEY

8-7 (10)

Barry McHugh

8-3 (15)

Form 165-524 D Sponsored by Amy Murphy Racing Ltd BLACK and PINK (quartered), BLACK sleeves, PINK stars, BLACK cap. Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Dusky Lord when fourth of 8 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 5f (good to firm) Silvestre De Sousa last month. He appears to have plenty to find with a few of his rivals. Official BHA Rating 79

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DID YOU KNOW?

So far, 46 Derby winners have been sired by Derby winners. Serpentine (2020) and Anthony Van Dyck (2019) are two of the most recent, both being sons of the 2001 victor Galileo, while 2017’s winner, Wings Of Eagles, was sired by 2011 Derby winner, Pour Moi. The 2018 winner Masar was a son of 2008 Derby champion, New Approach.

LESTER PIGGOTT WON HIS NINTH AND FINAL DERBY ON JUNE 1 1983. HE STEERED THE GEOFF WRAGG-TRAINED TEENOSO TO VICTORY ON WHAT WAS THE HEAVIEST GROUND EPSOM HAD SEEN. THE RACE WAS THE SLOWEST RUN IN THE 20TH CENTURY. 20

FOURTH RACE

Result

QIPCO BRITISH CHAMPIONS SERIES

2022 HALL OF FAMERS

HALL

FAMER

GALILEO HORSE

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Camelot

DERBY ANNIVERSARIES IN 2022 10 YEARS AGO (2012) – Camelot became the 37th horse to follow up victory in the first British Classic, the 2000 Guineas, with success in The Derby. Jockey and trainer Joseph and Aidan O’Brien were also the first father/ son combination to win the premier Classic. Camelot narrowly failed in his bid to achieve the Triple Crown, finishing second behind Encke in the St Leger at Doncaster three and a half months later. 20 YEARS AGO (2002) – High Chapparal handed both trainer Aidan O’Brien and jockey Johnny Murtagh a second Derby success as he saw off his stablemate and 9-4 Favourite Hawk Wing by two lengths. One of the best Derby winners this century, High Chapparal went on to enjoy four further Group One contests – the Irish Derby, the Irish Champion Stakes and two renewals of the Breeders’ Cup Turf. 30 YEARS AGO (1992) – Ridden by John Reid, Dr Devious became the first horse to win The Derby after contesting the Kentucky Derby, in which he had finished seventh to Lil E Tee. The new grandstand, the Queen’s Stand, was opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Golden Fleece 40 YEARS AGO (1982) – Legendary trainer Vincent O’Brien celebrated his sixth and final Derby winner when Golden Fleece crossed the winning line with Pat Eddery on board. Still at the rear of the field rounding Tattenham Corner, Golden Fleece demonstrated an electric turn of foot as he powered down the outside to win by three lengths. 50 YEARS AGO (1972) – Roberto triumphed in one of the most exciting Derby finishes, with Lester Piggott, who replaced Bill Williamson in the saddle in somewhat controversial circumstances, driving the colt to lead on the line from Rheingold. The placings remained unaltered after a long stewards’ enquiry.

THE CAZOO DERBY ROLL OF HONOUR

2021 DERBY WINNER

ADAYAR

Ridden by Adam Kirby - Trained by Charlie Appleby Owned by Godolphin 2020

SERPENTINE Owner: Mrs John Magnier, Mr M Tabor & Mr D Smith

2019

Jockey: S. Heﬀernan

Trainer: Charlie Appleby

Jockey: W. Buick

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

Jockey: P. Beggy

Trainer: Dermot Weld

Jockey: P. Smullen

WINGS OF EAGLES Owner: Mrs D Smith, Mrs John Magnier & M Tabor

2016

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

MASAR Owner: Godolphin

2017

Jockey: E. McNamara

ANTHONY VAN DYCK Owner: Mrs John Magnier, Mr M Tabor & Mr D Smith

2018

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

HARZAND Owner: H. H. Aga Khan

T: 01372 726 311 E: epsom@thejockeyclub.co.uk W: thejockeyclub.co.uk/epsom

2015

GOLDEN HORN Owner: A E Oppenheimer

2014

Jockey: M. J. Kinane

Trainer: J. S Bolger

Jockey: K. Manning

Trainer: Peter Chapple-Hyam

Jockey: L. Dettori

Trainer: Marcus Tregoning

Jockey: M. Dwyer

Trainer: Michael Bell

Jockey: J. Murtagh

Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute

Jockey: K. Fallon

Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute

Jockey: K. Fallon

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

Jockey: J. Murtagh

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

Jockey: M.J. Kinane

HIGH CHAPARRAL Owner: Mr M. Tabor & Mrs J. Magnier

2001

Trainer: John Oxx

KRIS KIN Owner: Saeed Suhail

2002

Jockey: R. L. Moore

NORTH LIGHT Owner: Ballymacoll Stud

2003

Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute

MOTIVATOR Owner: The Royal Ascot Racing Club

2004

Jockey: M. Barzalona

SIR PERCY Owner: A. E. Pakenham

2005

Trainer: Andre Fabre

AUTHORIZED Owner: Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar

2006

Jockey: J. O’Brien

NEW APPROACH Owner: H.R.H Princess Haya Of Jordan

2007

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

SEA THE STARS Owner: Christopher Tsui

2008

Jockey: R. L. Moore

WORKFORCE Owner: K. Abdullah

2009

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

POUR MOI Owner: Mrs John Magnier, M Tabor & D Smith

2010

Jockey: J. O’Brien

CAMELOT Owner: Mrs D Smith, Mrs John Magnier & M Tabor

2011

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien

RULER OF THE WORLD Owner: Mrs John Magnier, Mr M Tabor & Mr D Smith

2012

Jockey: L. Dettori

AUSTRALIA Owner: D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/T Ah Khing

2013

Trainer: John Gosden

GALILEO Owner: Mrs J. Magnier & Mr M. Tabor

THE ROAD TO

THE CAZOO DERBY

NAHANNI The Cazoo Blue Riband Trial Epsom Downs Tuesday 19th April

WESTOVER The bet365 Classic Trial Sandown Park Friday 22nd April

Unraced as a two-year-old, Nahanni posted a solid effort when runner-up at Kempton Park in January. He opened his account the following month back there before showing he was equally impressive on turf when winning a Leicester novice by a whopping nine lengths under a penalty. The son of the mighty Frankel was well supported for our Cazoo Blue Riband Trial three weeks later and he rewarded supporters with a game success. With the knowledge that he already has course winning form and has won over today’s trip, he could well prove a lively challenger.

Brought along steadily last year by his dual-Oaks winning trainer Ralph Beckett, Westover won on debut at Sandown Park before finishing runner-up on his final two starts – the latter a narrow defeat in a Pontefract Listed contest. Bred by his owners by their super-stallion Frankel, the colt clearly flourished over the winter. He showed his battling qualities to hold off the persistent challenge of the runner-up Cash in Sandown Park’s Group 3 Trial, prevailing by a short-head. He is untried over the Cazoo Derby trip, so that must be taken on trust, but he has plenty of size about him and still showed signs of greenness, so could well have lots more to offer.

CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD The Boodles Chester Vase Stakes Chester Wednesday 4th May

DESERT CROWN The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes York Thursday 12th May

Beaten in three starts as a juvenile, Changingoftheguard opened his account in emphatic style on reappearance in a Dundalk Maiden in April. Despite the step up in class to Chester’s Group 3 trial, the Coolmore charge produced another decisive performance to defeat the unbeaten odds-on favourite New London by six and a half lengths. This son of stallion royalty Galileo is practically guaranteed to be suited to the Cazoo Derby’s mile and a half trip and perhaps his name is an omen today as we celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Desert Crown didn’t set foot on a racecourse until the final week of the 2021 season but what a debut it was – easily dispatching a competitive field in a Nottingham Maiden. There was plenty of buzz around his reappearance in York’s Dante Stakes, historically a good pointer to the Cazoo Derby. Once again, he oozed class as he put his seven rivals to the sword, winning by three and a quarter lengths from the Group 2 winning Royal Patronage. With only two runs under his belt, one could argue that we haven’t seen the best of him yet and he looks to hold very strong claims today.

BIG RACE FACTS

FIFTH RACE 4.30

THE CAZOO DERBY (GROUP 1) of the last

winners had won a Group race previously

TWELVE of the last FIFTEEN winners were rated 109 or higher

1st

of the last

FRANKIE

winners have come from the ﬁrst three in the betting

RYAN

each won DETTORI & MOORE have The Derby twice

All of the last 10

winners at least placed on their last run before The Derby.

of the last

winners ran in the last 35 days

TOP TRAINER

AIDAN O'BRIEN (EIGHT DERBY VICTORIES) RUNS CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD, STAR OF INDIA & STONE AGE

of the last winners had run at Epsom Downs before!

LEADING OWNER 55

MRS D SMITH, MRS JOHN MAGNIER & M TABOR (3 OF THE LAST 10WINNERS)

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FIFTH RACE 4.30

The Cazoo Derby (In Memory Of Lester Piggott) (Class 1) (Group 1) (Class 1) ONE MILE about FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 6yds)

for three yrs old colts and fillies

Total race value £1,604,000 For conditions of this race see page 80

STALLS: CENTRE

RACE FACTS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): C & M Johnston (15 wins from 106 runners, 14%) runs ROYAL PATRONAGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C & M Johnston (11 wins from 68 runners, 16%) runs ROYAL PATRONAGE FANCY THAT: A P O’Brien won this race in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2019 and 2020. The stable runs CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD, STAR OF INDIA and STONE AGE today.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

ADAYAR (IRE)

Ridden by Adam Kirby | Owned by Godolphin Trained by Charlie Appleby | S/P 16-1 (11 ran)

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: STONE AGE, STAR OF INDIA & CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD trained by Aidan O’brien, Ireland. PIZ BADILE trained by Donnacha O’Brien, Ireland. GLORY DAZE trained by A Oliver, Ireland.

DESERT CROWN cemented his position at the head of the ante-post market when striding clear with purpose to land the Dante at York, a route his trainer has used with subsequent Derby winners in the past, and the son of Nathaniel has reportedly improved since that outing. Stone Age didn't win as a juvenile, but he produced some solid efforts in defeat and has clearly stepped forward this year with an impressive display at Leopardstown last month. Others for the shortlist include Nations Pride, Piz Badile and Changingoftheguard.

WIN: DESERT CROWN

EACH-WAY: Stone Age

PRESENTATION Cazoo is kindly awarding £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer, jockey, groom and breeder.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 17

(EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 6, 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8. Probable S.P.’s - 2-1 Desert Crown (GB), 11-2 Stone Age (IRE), 8-1 Changingoftheguard (IRE), 10-1 Nations Pride (IRE), 14-1 Piz Badile (IRE), 20-1 Star of India (IRE), Walk of Stars (GB), 25-1 Westover (GB), 28-1 Nahanni (GB), 33-1 Royal Patronage (FR), 40-1 West Wind Blows (IRE), 66-1 Sonny Liston (IRE), 80-1 Masekela (IRE), 150-1 Glory Daze (IRE), Grand Alliance (IRE), 250-1 Hoo Ya Mal (GB), 300-1 El Habeeb (IRE) 57

FIFTH RACE

EPSOM RACE SUMMARY

NO HORSE

WEIGHT DRAW

CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD (IRE) (31)

9-2(16)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Lady Lara (IRE)

Owner Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith Trainer Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Breeder B. V. Sangster

Form

452-11

JOCKEY

MAROON, ROYAL BLUE hoop and sleeves, quartered cap. W. M. Lordan Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 4f on soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 10-3 in the Group 3 Chester Vase at Chester over 1m 4f (soft) last month, beating New London by 7l. Front-running tactics have brought about a lot of improvement and stamina is no concern. Official BHA Rating 110

DESERT CROWN (GB) (23)

9-2(12)

B c Nathaniel (IRE) - Desert Berry

Owner Mr Saeed Suhail Trainer Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket Breeder Strawberry Fields Stud

Form

1-1

ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE spots. Richard Kingscote Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and soft ground. Won when 7-2jt-fav in the Group 2 Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Royal Patronage by 3 1/2l. An impressive winner on that occasion and has reportedly thrived since. Strong contender. Official BHA Rating 117

EL HABEEB (IRE) (21)

9-2(14)

B c Al Rifai (IRE) - Los Ojitos (USA)

Owner Mr Mohamed Khalid Abdulrahim Trainer J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn Breeder Khalid Abdul Rahim

Form

PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE chevron, LIGHT BLUE and BLACK check sleeves and cap. John Egan Half-brother to Gold Wand, won twice at 1m 2f and 1m 4f. Finished 8l behind Ottoman Fleet when fifth of 6 at 125-1 on his racecourse debut at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Lacks experience and appears to have a lot on his plate having been supplemented. Official BHA Rating -

GLORY DAZE (IRE) (27)

B c Cotai Glory - Pioneer Alexander (IRE) Owner Glory Gold Partnership Trainer A. Oliver, Northern Ireland Breeder Mountarmstrong Stud

9-2(10)

Form 630-12 Sponsored by ANDY OLIVER RACING

DARK BLUE, RED cross belts, WHITE cap. R. P. Whelan A winner at 1m 2f on good - yielding ground. Beaten 6l by Stone Age when second of 7 at 18-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) last month. He has stepped forward as a three-year-old but this might be a bridge too far. Official BHA Rating 105

GRAND ALLIANCE (IRE) (46)

B c Churchill (IRE) - Endless Love (IRE) Owner Mrs Susan Roy Trainer Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket Breeder Mrs S. M. Roy

9-2(17)

Form 4-3112 Sponsored by Fitzdares

MAUVE. Daniel Tudhope Successful twice at 1m 2f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1/2l by Nahanni when second of 8 at 11-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in April. Ran with plenty of credit on that occasion but whether this will prove to be his best trip is unknown. Official BHA Rating 98

Sadler's Wells (USA) Galileo (IRE) Urban Sea (USA)

Excellent Art (GB)

1.CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD (IRE)

Lady Lara (IRE) Shanty (GB)

(Breeder - B V Sangster)

Galileo (IRE) Nathaniel (IRE) Magniﬁcient Style (USA)

Green Desert (USA)

2. DESERT CROWN (GB)

Desert Berry (GB) Foreign Language (USA)

(Breeder - Strawberry Fields Stud)

Galileo (IRE) Al Rifai (IRE) Lahaleeb (IRE)

Mr Greeley (USA)

3. EL HABEEB (IRE)

Los Ojitos (USA) Warrior Girl (USA)

(Breeder - Khalid Abdul Rahim)

Exceed And Excel (AUS) Cotai Glory (GB) Continua (USA)

Rip Van Winkle (IRE)

4. GLORY DAZE (IRE)

Pioneer Alexander (IRE) Laoub (USA)

(Breeder - Mountarmstrong Stud)

Galileo (IRE) Churchill (IRE) Meow (IRE)

Dubai Destination (USA)

5. GRAND ALLIANCE (IRE)

Endless Love (IRE) La Vita E Bella (IRE)

(Breeder - Mrs S M Roy)

Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge (USA) Miswaki (USA) Allegretta Pivotal (GB) Obsessive (USA) Selkirk (USA) Pippas Song (GB) Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Silver Hawk (USA) Mia Karina (USA) Danzig (USA) Foreign Courier (USA) Distant View (USA) Binary (GB) Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Redback (GB) Flames (GB) Gone West (USA) Long Legend (USA) War Chant (USA) Carefree Cheetah (USA) Danehill (USA) Patrona (USA) Elusive Quality (USA) Inﬁnite Spirit (USA) Galileo (IRE) Looking Back (IRE) Red Ransom (USA) Lisieux (USA) Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Storm Cat (USA) Airwave (GB) Kingmambo (USA) Mysterial (USA) Deﬁnite Article (GB) Coolrain Lady (IRE)

NO HORSE

WEIGHT DRAW

HOO YA MAL (GB) (36)

9-2 (3)

B c Territories (IRE) - Sensationally Owner Ahmad Al Shaikh Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Breeder Meon Valley Stud

Form

JOCKEY

312-32

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN epaulets and star on cap. David Probert A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 7l by Nations Pride when second of 4 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good) in April. A talented individual who could outrun his odds, especially being bred to stay well on the dam’s side of his pedigree. Official BHA Rating 105

MASEKELA (IRE) (51)

9-2 (8)

B c El Kabeir (USA) - Lady’s Purse

Owner Mick and Janice Mariscotti Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Breeder Coolawn Stud

Form 15214-2 BF Sponsored by Kingsclere Stud

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoops, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap. Jason Watson Successful at 6f and 7f on good and soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Eydon when second of 6 at 2-1fav at Newmarket over 1m 1f in April. Shapes as though a step up in trip will aid his cause. However, he will need to be over a bad experience in the stalls at York last month. Official BHA Rating 107

NAHANNI (GB) (46)

9-2 (6)

Ch c Frankel - Final Stage

Owner Godolphin Trainer Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Breeder Godolphin

Form 2111 CD Sponsored by Emirates Fly Better

ROYAL BLUE, RED cap. Adam Kirby He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav here over 1m 2f in April, beating Grand Alliance by 1/2l. A thorough stayer who showcased his capabilities to handle the track last time. Official BHA Rating 99

NATIONS PRIDE (IRE) (36)

9-2 (5)

B c Teofilo (IRE) - Important Time (IRE) Owner Godolphin Trainer Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Breeder Godolphin

Form 211-11 Sponsored by Emirates Fly Better

ROYAL BLUE. William Buick He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-4 at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good) in April, beating Hoo Ya Mal by 7l. Continues to progress and has to enter the reckoning having been supplemented on Monday. Official BHA Rating 116

PIZ BADILE (IRE) (63)

9-2 (7)

B or Br c Ulysses (IRE) - That Which Is Not (USA) Owner Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Trainer Donnacha Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Breeder Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd

Form

12-1

DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE cross belts, diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap. Frankie Dettori Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and yielding ground. A winner at 4-1 in the Group 3 Ballysax Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) in April, beating Buckaroo by a short head. Battled on strongly on that occasion and stepping up in trip poses no issues. Official BHA Rating 110

Invincible Spirit (IRE) Territories (IRE) Taranto (GB)

Montjeu (IRE)

6. HOO YA MAL (GB)

Sensationally (GB) One So Wonderful (GB)

(Breeder - Meon Valley Stud)

Scat Daddy (USA) El Kabeir (USA) Great Venue (USA)

Doyen (IRE)

7. MASEKELA (IRE)

Lady's Purse (GB) Jetbeeah (IRE)

(Breeder - Coolawn Stud)

Galileo (IRE) Frankel (GB) Kind (IRE)

Street Cry (IRE)

8. NAHANNI (GB)

Final Stage (GB) Moyesii (USA)

(Breeder - Godolphin)

Galileo (IRE) Teoﬁlo (IRE) Speirbhean (IRE)

Oasis Dream (GB)

9. NATIONS PRIDE (IRE)

Important Time (IRE) Satwa Queen (FR)

(Breeder - Godolphin)

Galileo (IRE) Ulysses (IRE) Light Shift (USA)

Elusive Quality (USA)

10. PIZ BADILE (IRE)

(USA) That Which Is Not (USA)

(Breeder - Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd)

Shiva (JPN)

Green Desert (USA) Rafha Machiavellian (USA) Magna Graecia (IRE) Sadler's Wells (USA) Floripedes (FR) Nashwan (USA) Someone Special Johannesburg (USA) Love Style (USA) Unbridled's Song (USA) Rose Colored Lady (USA) Sadler's Wells (USA) Moon Cactus Lomond (USA) Welsh Fantasy Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Danehill (USA) Rainbow Lake (GB) Machiavellian (USA) Helen Street Diesis Cherokee Rose (IRE) Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Danehill (USA) Saviour (USA) Green Desert (USA) Hope (IRE) Muhtathir (GB) Tolga (USA) Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Kingmambo (USA) Lingerie (GB) Gone West (USA) Touch of Greatness Hector Protector (USA) Lingerie (GB)

NO HORSE

WEIGHT DRAW

ROYAL PATRONAGE (FR) (23)

B c Wootton Bassett - Shaloushka (IRE)

JOCKEY

9-2 (1)

Owner Highclere T’Bred Racing - Woodland Walk Form 1110-02 C BF Trainer Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham Sponsored by Breeder Emma Capon Bloodstock Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap. Jason Hart He has won three times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 3 1/2l by Desert Crown when second of 8 at 7-2jt-fav in the Group 2 Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f last month. That was a step in the right direction; place claims at best. Official BHA Rating 112

SONNY LISTON (IRE) (30)

9-2(13)

B c Lawman (FR) - Stars In Your Eyes

Owner CHELSEA THOROUGHBREDS - THE BIG BEAR Trainer Charles Hills, Lambourn Breeder Tally-Ho Stud

Form 1-43 Sponsored by Oliver Brown

LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap. Tom Marquand A winner at 7f on good ground. Third of 6 behind Star Of India beaten 2 1/2l at 12-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f last month. Going up in distance is likely to be in his favour, being related to a Group 2 winner over 1m 4f, but more is required. Official BHA Rating 104

STAR OF INDIA (IRE) (30)

9-2(15)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Shermeen (IRE)

Owner M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg Trainer Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Breeder Barronstown Stud

Form

1-51

ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves and cap. Seamie Heffernan Successful at 7f and 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Chester over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month, beating Cresta by 2 1/4l. Expected to have further progression to come and not one to discount. Official BHA Rating 109

STONE AGE (IRE) (27)

9-2 (4)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Bonanza Creek (IRE)

Owner Brant/Magnier/Tabor/Smith/Westerberg Trainer Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Breeder White Birch Farm, SC

Form

2262-11

DARK GREEN, LIGHT GREEN yoke, LIGHT GREEN armlets, DARK GREEN cap. Ryan Moore Successful twice at 1m 2f on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav in the Group 3 Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 2f last month, beating Glory Daze by 6l. Appears the number one choice from Ballydoyle having impressed on both starts this season. Official BHA Rating 115

WALK OF STARS (GB) (28)

B c Dubawi (IRE) - Sound Reflection (USA) Owner Godolphin Trainer Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Breeder Godolphin

9-2 (9)

Form 31-12 BF Sponsored by Emirates Fly Better

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cap. James Doyle Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by United Nations when second of 4 at 11-10fav on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f last month. Boasts plenty of ability and connections have issued positive bulletins recently about his chances. Official BHA Rating 107

Iﬀraaj (GB) Wootton Bassett (GB) Balladonia (GB)

Dalakhani (IRE)

11. ROYAL PATRONAGE (FR)

Shaloushka (IRE) Shalama (IRE)

(Breeder - Emma Capon Bloodstock)

Invincible Spirit (IRE) Lawman (FR) Laramie (USA)

Galileo (IRE)

12. SONNY LISTON (IRE)

Stars In Your Eyes (GB) Apache Star (GB)

(Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)

Sadler's Wells (USA) Galileo (IRE) Urban Sea (USA)

Desert Style (IRE)

13. STAR OF INDIA (IRE)

Shermeen (IRE) Cover Girl (IRE)

(Breeder - Barronstown Stud)

Sadler's Wells (USA) Galileo (IRE) Urban Sea (USA)

Anabaa (USA)

14 STONE AGE (IRE)

Bonanza Creek (IRE) Bright Moon (USA)

(Breeder - White Birch Farm, Sc)

Dubai Millennium (GB) Dubawi (IRE) Zomaradah (GB)

Street Cry (IRE)

15. WALK OF STARS (GB)

Sound Reﬂection (USA) Echoes In Eternity (IRE)

(Breeder - Godolphin)

Zafonic (USA) Pastorale (GB) Primo Dominie Susquehanna Days (USA) Darshaan Daltawa (IRE) Kahyasi Shademah Green Desert (USA) Rafha Gulch (USA) Light The Lights (FR) Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Arazi (USA) Wild Pavane (GB) Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge (USA) Miswaki (USA) Allegretta Green Desert (USA) Organza Common Grounds Peace Carrier (IRE) Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge (USA) Miswaki (USA) Allegretta Danzig (USA) Balbonella (FR) Alysheba (USA) Bonshamile Seeking The Gold (USA) Colorado Dancer Deploy Jawaher (IRE) Machiavellian (USA) Helen Street Spinning World (USA) Magniﬁcient Style (USA)

NO HORSE

WEIGHT DRAW

WESTOVER (GB) (43)

9-2 (2)

B c Frankel - Mirabilis (USA)

Owner Juddmonte Trainer Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder Juddmonte Farms Ltd

JOCKEY

Form 122-1 Sponsored by Juddmonte Farms Inc

GREEN, PINK sash and cap, WHITE sleeves. Rob Hornby Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 5-1 in the Group 3 bet365 Classic Trial at Sandown over 1m 2f in April, beating Cash by a short head. He doesn’t appear to be the finished article yet having shown greenness in the closing stages. Official BHA Rating 109

WEST WIND BLOWS (IRE) (29)

B c Teofilo (IRE) - West Wind

Owner Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori Trainer Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Breeder Godolphin

Form

9-2(11)

1-1

YELLOW, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, DARK BLUE star. Jack Mitchell Successful twice at 1m 2f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 17-2 at Nottingham over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Return To Dubai by 5l. Well-bred colt from the family of Oaks winner Balanchine who is an unknown quantity. Official BHA Rating 101

Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

1872 The Derby course at Epsom Downs is in the rough shape of a horseshoe. From the start, 360ft above sea level, there is a slight right-handed bend and a rise of some 134ft sweeping left until the top of the hill. A left-hand descent of 34ft around Tattenham Corner leads into the cambered straight where there is a 50ft drop until half a furlong out where the ground level rises by 10ft. The present course, with the start moved to the hill opposite the grandstands, was used for the first time in 1872.

DID YOU KNOW?

Tagalie was a rare grey Derby winner. Only four of that hue have prevailed, the others being Gustavus (1821), Mahmoud (1936) and Airborne (1946). The latest grey to come close to victory was Silver Patriarch, a short-head runner-up to Benny The Dip in 1997, while Terimon was second in 1989.

1862 John Parsons rode Caractacus to win The Derby in 1862 as a 16 year old. To this day he remains the youngest jockey to win the race.

Galileo (IRE) Frankel (GB) Kind (IRE)

Lear Fan (USA)

16. WESTOVER (GB)

Mirabilis (USA) Media Nox (GB)

(Breeder - Juddmonte Farms Ltd)

Galileo (IRE) Teoﬁlo (IRE) Speirbhean (IRE)

Machiavellian (USA)

17. WEST WIND BLOWS (IRE)

West Wind (GB) Red Slippers (USA)

(Breeder - Godolphin)

Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Danehill (USA) Rainbow Lake (GB) Roberto (USA) Wac (USA) Lycius (USA) Sky Love (USA) Sadler's Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Danehill (USA) Saviour (USA) Mr Prospector (USA) Coup de Folie (USA) Nureyev (USA) Morning Devotion (USA)

1967 Starting stalls were first used for the 1967 Derby, which was won by Royal Palace, drawn 19 of the 22 runners. Since their introduction no horse drawn in stalls 2, 11, 16 or 20 have won The Derby. Stall 10 has produced 10 winners of the race, most recently Masar in 2018.

1780

DIOMED FOALED IN 1777, WAS AN ENGLISH THOROUGHBRED RACEHORSE WHO WON THE INAUGURALRUNNING OF THE DERBY IN 1780. HE WAS SUBSEQUENTLY A SUCCESSFUL SIRE IN THE UNITED STATES.

THERE’S NOTHING LOCAL ABOUT THE DERBY

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SIXTH RACE 5.15

The World Pool Northern Dancer Handicap Stakes (Class 2) ONE MILE about FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 6yds)

for four yrs old and upwards | Weights raised 2lb

Total race value £75,000 For conditions of this race see page80

STALLS: CENTRE

RACE FACTS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): C & M Johnston (15 wins from 106 runners, 14%) runs SOAPY STEVENS and STATE OF BLISS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C & M Johnston (11 wins from 68 runners, 16%) runs SOAPY STEVENS and STATE OF BLISS. LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SOAPY STEVENS & STATE OF BLISS trained by C & M Johnston, Middleham, 253 miles.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Midnights Legacy

Ridden by William Buick Owned by Pitchall Stud Partnership Trained by Alan King | S/P 12-1 (10 ran)

EPSOM RACE SUMMARY

Midnights Legacy is just 3lb higher than when comfortably winning this race 12 months ago and he must enter calculations, while Winter Reprise warrants respect following a short-neck defeat at Saint-Cloud. Mascat, Arenas Del Tiempo and Soapy Stevens are others to watch out for, but a chance is taken on SOLENT GATEWAY. The four-year-old might be best forgiven a tame effort in the Chester Cup last month, when too free, given his encouraging record at this venue. The booking of top apprentice Harry Davies is also a big plus.

WIN: SOLENT GATEWAY

PRESENTATION World Pool is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and groom.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12

(EXACTA)

Visor worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Probable S.P.’s - 7-1 Boss Power (IRE), Mascat (GB), 15-2 Solent Gateway (IRE), 10-1 Winter Reprise (FR), Midnights Legacy (GB), Farhan (IRE), 11-1 Aaddeey (IRE), 12-1 Soapy Stevens (GB), 14-1 Arenas Del Tiempo (GB), 16-1 State of Bliss (IRE), Restorer (GB), 22-1 Haliphon (GB)

SIXTH RACE

EACH-WAY: Midnights Legacy

SIXTH RACE 5.15 NO HORSE

AGE

AADDEEY (IRE) (47)

B g New Owner Trainer Breeder

Approach (IRE) - Feedyah (USA) Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Godolphin

5 Form

WEIGHT

DRAW

9-9

(1)

15041-6 D

YELLOW, BLACK epaulets. He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good and soft ground. Finished 3l behind Belloccio when sixth of 10 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m 3f in April. Entitled to improve for that first run since October. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/4/2022 it was reported that the horse was slowly into stride. Official BHA Rating 103

WINTER REPRISE (FR) (27)

9-3

MIDNIGHTS LEGACY (GB) (154) 5

B h Midnight Legend - Giving Owner Pitchall Stud Partnership Trainer Alan King, Barbury Castle Breeder Pitchall Stud

BOSS POWER (IRE) (28)

9-0

FARHAN (IRE) (22)

STATE OF BLISS (IRE) (35)

Ryan Moore

8-13 (10)

B c Zoffany (IRE) - Market Forces Owner Mr Naser Buresli Form 2221-45 D BF Trainer John Butler, Newmarket Sponsored by Breeder Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud Tote PINK, PURPLE diamonds on sleeves. Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on soft ground. Finished 6l behind Get Shirty when fifth of 6 at 11-8fav on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Ended last year on a high (winning at Doncaster) but hasn’t been as good in two starts so far this term. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/5/2022 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Official BHA Rating 93

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Crystal Valkyrie (IRE) Owner Barbara & Alick Richmond Trainer Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham Breeder C. O. P. Hanbury

William Buick

(8)

B g Frankel - La Vinchina (GER) Owner King Power Racing Co Ltd Form 2614-50 D Trainer Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket Sponsored by Breeder Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof King Power International Co Ltd ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star. He has won four times from 1m 3f to 1m 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Juan De Montalban at 11-1 when seventh of 16 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good) last month. 1lb lower today but undoubtedly needs to raise his game. Official BHA Rating 94

James Doyle

9-1 (12)

Form 14404-0 CD Sponsored by Hare Group Ltd LIGHT GREEN, DARK BLUE epaulets, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves and cap. He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft; has also won two hurdles. Beaten 10l behind King Of The South at 28-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest flat outing at Southwell over 1m 3f in January. Last year’s winner demands respect. Official BHA Rating 95

Harry Burns (5)

(4)

B g Intello (GER) - Winter Fashion (FR) Owner Mr Clive Washbourn Form 5350P-2 Trainer David Menuisier, Pulborough Sponsored by Breeder EARL Ste D Entrainement Clement Nicolas Shinco Racing Limited WHITE, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE striped sleeves. A winner at 1m 2f on heavy ground. Beaten a short head by Kertez when second of 6 at 14-1fav on his latest outing at Saint-Cloud over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. That was certainly one of his best efforts to date and no surprise if showing up well here. Official BHA Rating 97

JOCKEY

8-12

Hollie Doyle

(7)

Form 40-5010 D Sponsored by Johnston Racing Ltd

PINK, RED disc, quartered cap. He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 15l behind Contact at 7-2 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good) in April. Unable to back up his Ripon success at HQ last time. Others preferred. Official BHA Rating 92

Jason Hart

AGE

SOLENT GATEWAY (IRE) (29)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Aoife Alainn (IRE) Owner Mr D. R. Passant & Hefin Williams Trainer Hugo Palmer, Malpas Breeder Deer Forest Stud

WEIGHT

DRAW

8-10

(2)

Form 0210-30 C Sponsored by GREENHOUS GROUP LTD BLACK, LIGHT GREEN and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap. Successful at 1m 2f and 2m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 15l behind Cleveland at 13-2 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Chester over 2m 3f (good) last month. Ran far too free that day and much better expected here. Likes this unique track. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/5/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too free. Official BHA Rating 90

MASCAT (GB) (28)

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Critical Acclaim Owner Syd Hosie, John Romans, Olly Watt Trainer Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Breeder Coln Valley Stud

8-6

SOAPY STEVENS (GB) (22)

8-6

HALIPHON (GB) (29)

Tyler Heard (5)

(9)

B g Harzand (IRE) - Zubova Owner Mr Jim Duggan & Mr Scott Brown Form 100-532 D BF Trainer Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham Sponsored by Breeder JM Duggan, the Late TP Duggan & S Brown Topspurs, Johnston Racing Ltd BLACK and PINK diamonds, MAROON sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, EMERALD GREEN star. Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 7l by Nate The Great when second of 6 at 5-2fav on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 6f (good) last month. Running well in defeat of late and no surprise if he’s in the shake-up here. Official BHA Rating 86

Harry Davies (5)

(5)

Form 4053-23 Sponsored by Coral Racing Limited BLACK, YELLOW triple diamond, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap. A winner at 1m on good ground, but that win was over two years ago; has also won a hurdle. Third of 16 behind Juan De Montalban beaten 6l at 12-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good) last month. Just denied here on his penultimate start and has to be respected. Official BHA Rating 86

JOCKEY

Franny Norton

8-5 (11)

B g Showcasing - Harem Lady (FR) Owner Ne-Chance Form 40-4640 Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder Haras D’Etreham & Eric de Chambure BLACK, EMERALD GREEN inverted triangle, WHITE cap. Successful at 1m and 1m 1f. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Cleveland when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Chester over 2m 3f (good) last month. Although an ever-decreasing mark will certainly help his cause, he still looks to have plenty on his plate. Official BHA Rating 85

RESTORER (GB) (29)

8-5

(3)

ARENAS DEL TIEMPO (GB) (46) 4

8-4

(6)

Royston Ffrench

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Moon Empress (FR) Owner Mr Ian Williams Form 533643 D Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch Breeder Foursome Thoroughbreds LIGHT BLUE, RED and WHITE striped sleeves, RED cap, WHITE seams, BLUE hoop. Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 7 behind Baryshnikov beaten 1 1/2l at 16-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. George Rooke (3) Going back up in trip wouldn’t look the obvious move, but still respected. Official BHA Rating 85

B or Br f Owner Trainer Breeder

Footstepsinthesand - Vezere (USA) Mr Robert Moss Form 12-0236 C BF Simon Dow, Epsom Sponsored by Mr Robert Moss Simon Dow BROWN, LIGHT BLUE seams and armlets, LIGHT BLUE and BROWN hooped cap. She has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 15l behind Soto Sizzler when sixth of 8 at 11-4fav on her latest outing here over 1m 2f in April. Much better than he showed that day and not dismissed, despite running from 2lb out of the handicap. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/4/2022 it was reported that the horse ran flat on this occasion. Official BHA Rating 82

Aidan Keeley (7)

SIXTH RACE

NO HORSE

Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

DID YOU KNOW? The first American-bred Derby winner was Iroquois, owned by tobacco-millionaire Pierre Lorillard. Bred in Philadelphia, the colt was accompanied to England as a yearling by his American trainer Jacob Pincus and took the 1881 Derby under Fred Archer.

2012

Aidan and Joseph O’Brien became the first father-son combination to win The Derby when Camelot won in 2012 with a 19 year old Joseph on board. The pair repeated the feat in 2014 with Australia.

DID YOU KNOW? The largest Derby field was 34 in 1862, and the smallest just four in 1794. There is now a safety limit of 20 for the Cazoo Derby.

1927

THE BBC BROADCAST THE FIRST EVER RADIO COMMENTARY OF THE DERBY IN 1927 WITH THE HELP OF SOME NIFTY-LOOKING MICROPHONES. THE RACE ITSELF WAS WON BY FAVOURITE CALL BOY, RIDDEN BY CHARLIE ELLIOTT.

THE TOKYO TROPHY 72

東京トロフィー

The Tokyo Trophy is a celebration of the friendship between The Jockey Club and The Japan Racing Association. First run in 1984, a new trophy has been presented to The Jockey Club by the JRA this year. Epsom Downs Racecourse and The Jockey Club are honoured that Mr Masayuki Goto, President and Chief Executive of The JRA, has travelled to the UK in order to personally present the trophy to the winning owner today.

東京トロフィーは、ジョッキークラブと日本中央競馬会 (JRA)との友好を記念して施行される特別な競走です。 1984年に第1回が開催され、良好な友好関係が続いています。今年はJRAより新しいトロフィーがジョッキークラブに贈られました。エプソム競馬場とジョッキークラブはこの度、JRA理事長の後藤正幸様が英国を訪問し、本日の優勝馬に直接トロフィーをお贈りいただける事を光栄に思います。

The Epsom Cup, also first staged in 1984, will be run at Tokyo Racecourse next Sunday, for which there is an identical trophy.

なお、東京トロフィーとの交換競走であるエプソムカップは、1984年に初開催され、来週の日曜日(6月12 日)に東京競馬場で施行されます。

SEVENTH RACE 5.50

The JRA Tokyo Trophy Handicap Stakes (Class 2) about SIX FURLONGS (6f abt 3yds)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total race value £75,000 For conditions of this race see page 80

STALLS: OUTSIDE

RACE FACTS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E J-Houghton (10 wins from 41 runners, 24%) runs PUNCHBOWL FLYER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O'Meara (8 wins from 70 runners, 11%) runs ALLIGATOR ALLEY & MUSCIKA LONGEST TRAVELLER: COMMANCHE FALLS trained by M Dods, Darlington, 267 miles.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Ejtilaab (IRE)

Ridden by David Egan Owned by Paul Wildes Trained by Ian Williams | S/P 3-1 (9 ran)

EPSOM RACE SUMMARY

In a wide-open event marginal preference is for COMMANCHE FALLS, who arrives here just 2lb higher than when winning the Stewards' Cup last year. The five-year-old confirmed his well-being when a close second on his seasonal return at Doncaster in April and that form gives him a big chance. Night On Earth is more than capable of going well in a race of this nature if seeing out the trip. Nelson Gay's recent effort over 5f here was very encouraging, while Regional and Bergerac are others to note.

WIN: COMMANCHE FALLS

EACH-WAY: Midnights Legacy

PRESENTATION

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15

(EXACTA)

Hood worn by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 6, 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 8. Probable S.P.’s - 5-1 Many A Star (IRE), 13-2 Nelson Gay (IRE), 9-1 Commanche Falls (GB), 10-1 Regional (GB), 12-1 Bergerac (IRE), 14-1 Night On Earth (IRE), Alligator Alley (GB), 16-1 Zargun (GER), 20-1 Full Authority (IRE), Rayong (GB), 25-1 Mr Wagyu (IRE), 28-1 Muscika (GB), 33-1 Punchbowl Flyer (IRE), Spirited Guest (GB) 75

SEVENTH RACE

The Japanese Racing Association is kindly awarding £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race, as well as a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey.

SEVENTH RACE 5.50 NO HORSE

AGE

COMMANCHE FALLS (GB) (35) 5

WEIGHT

DRAW

9-9

(2)

Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Joyeaux Owner Doug Graham, Ian Davison, Alan Drysdale Form 41100-2 D Trainer Michael Dods, Darlington Sponsored by Breeder Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock Denton Hall Racing Ltd YELLOW, BLACK chevrons, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars and cap. Has won eight races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 1/2l by Rathbone when second of 4 at 9-4 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) in April. That was an encouraging effort and he should not be discounted this afternoon. Official BHA Rating 103

REGIONAL (GB) (105)

B g Territories (IRE) - Favulusa Owner Future Champions Racing Regional Trainer Edward Bethell, Middleham Breeder Razza del Sole Societa Agricola SRL

Form

9-7

5/132-42 D

PUNCHBOWL FLYER (IRE) (15) 5

B g Dream Ahead (USA) - All On Red (IRE) Owner The Punch Bunch Trainer Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury Breeder Castle Estates Ltd

9-1

ZARGUN (GER) (7)

7 Form

Kevin Stott

(4)

Form 0600-05 D Sponsored by ABM Catering Limited ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE stars, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap. Winner of seven races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 6l behind Montassib when fifth of 8 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (soft) last month. Needs to find some improvement to be successful today. Official BHA Rating 95

B g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Zenaat Owner Sexy Six Partnership Trainer Scott Dixon, Rolleston Breeder Gestut Karlshof

Connor Beasley

(3)

DARK BLUE, WHITE disc, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots and cap. Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 2l by Taxiwala when second of 9 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Dukhan Sprint at Doha over 6f (good) in February. Remains unexposed and it would be no surprise to see him go well. Official BHA Rating 101

JOCKEY

Charles Bishop

9-1 (10)

00-6626

PINK, ROYAL BLUE seams, PINK cap. He has won three times from 5f to 1m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Silver Samurai when sixth of 11 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) last month. May be a touch high in the ratings right now. Jonathan Fisher (5) STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 28/5/2022 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Official BHA Rating 95

NIGHT ON EARTH (IRE) (14)

9-0

(6)

B g Kodiac - Eternal View (IRE) Owner The Horse Watchers 4 Form 113330 Trainer Michael Appleby, Oakham Breeder Tally-Ho Stud BLACK, ORANGE seams and sleeves, BLACK cap. Winner of seven races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Illusionist at 12-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Merits consideration now stepped back up in trip. Official BHA Rating 94

MR WAGYU (IRE) (13)

Ch g Choisir (AUS) - Lake Louise (IRE) Owner The New Century Partnership Trainer John Quinn, Malton Breeder Danny O’Sullivan

9-0 (12)

Form 346-000 D Sponsored by JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Warrendale Wagyu ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE seams, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, ORANGE cap. Has won 13 races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 7l behind Asjad at 14-1 when 15th of 21 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) last month. His last couple of efforts do not inspire a lot of confidence. Official BHA Rating 94

Harry Davies (5)

Jason Hart

NO HORSE

AGE

ALLIGATOR ALLEY (GB) (14)

B g Kingman - Overturned Owner Akela Thoroughbreds Limited Trainer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder Whatton Manor Stud

WEIGHT

DRAW

8-12 (14)

Form 003/-340 Sponsored by Akela Plant Hire Ltd LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap. Successful twice at 5f on good to firm ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Illusionist at 5-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. His previous effort at the same venue was more encouraging. Official BHA Rating 92

BERGERAC (IRE) (24)

B g Kodi Owner Trainer Breeder

Bear (IRE) - Fancy Vivid (IRE) Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Mark & Caroline Hanly

8-10

PREMIER POWER (GB) (13)

Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Pelerin (IRE) Owner King Power Racing Co Ltd Trainer Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder Newsells Park Stud

Jason Watson

(5)

Form 00-3320 D Sponsored by K. A. Ryan Racing YELLOW, PURPLE and YELLOW halved sleeves, YELLOW and PURPLE quartered cap. Successful twice at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 6l behind Dakota Gold at 12-1 when 12th of 22 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) last month. Narrowly beaten at Newmarket prior to that and it is too soon to be writing him off completely. Official BHA Rating 90

JOCKEY

David Probert

8-9 (13)

Form 0005-00 D Sponsored by King Power International Co Ltd ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star. Successful twice at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Asjad at 22-1 when 16th of 21 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) last month. His two performances so far this season suggest that he may struggle this afternoon. Official BHA Rating 89

N-R

N UN

NELSON GAY (IRE) (46)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Rublevka Star (USA) Owner Mr R Gander & Partner Trainer Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn Breeder Gerard Mullins

8-8

(8)

Form 44140-4 D BF Sponsored by The Garden Cider Company Ltd

RED, large YELLOW spots, armlets and spots on cap. He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1 3/4l behind Mokaatil when fourth of 12 at 4-1jt-fav on his latest outing here over 5f (good to firm) in April. George Rooke (3) Plenty of promise can be taken from that performance. Official BHA Rating 88

MANY A STAR (IRE) (29)

8-7 (11)

FULL AUTHORITY (IRE) (7)

8-5 (15)

Gr g Kingman - Ashley Hall (USA) Owner Mrs H.H. Morriss & Jane Chapple-Hyam Trainer Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket Breeder Epona Bloodstock Ltd

Form 0-45264 D Sponsored by Tote

Rose, BLACK hooped cap. Successful at 5f and 6f on soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Dubai Station when fourth of 10 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 6f last month. Narrowly beaten off this mark at Ascot in April and has an each-way shout. Official BHA Rating 85

Hollie Doyle

SEVENTH RACE

Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Many Hearts (USA) Owner Mrs Phoebe Hobby Form 30-2631 D Trainer Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe Sponsored by Breeder T. Stack Brightwalton Stud TURQUOISE, NAVY BLUE collar and cuffs, PINK cap. He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Ascot over 6f (good) last month, beating Spanish Star by 2 3/4l. That was an impressive display but Mohammed Tabti (7) a 6lb rise will make his life tougher today. Official BHA Rating 87

NO HORSE

AGE

RAYONG (GB) (27)

B g Mayson - Lydiate (IRE) Owner King Power Racing Co Ltd Trainer K. R. Burke, Leyburn Breeder Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd

WEIGHT

DRAW

8-4

(1)

Form 0240-10 Sponsored by King Power International Co Ltd ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star. He has won three times at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 4l behind Candescence at 9-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (good) last month. A player based on his previous victory at Pontefract. Official BHA Rating 84

MUSCIKA (GB) (35)

B g Kyllachy - Miss Villefranche Owner Gallop Racing Trainer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd

8-4

JOCKEY

Franny Norton

(9)

Form 063600 D Sponsored by Gain Equine Nutrition EMERALD GREEN, WHITE hoops, WHITE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN diamonds, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN diamond. Has won ten races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Ready Freddie Go at 13-2 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 5f Silvestre De Sousa in April. Second last year but may have to settle for a minor role. Official BHA Rating 82

SPIRITED GUEST (GB) (21)

B g Swiss Spirit - Choisette Owner John Guest Racing Trainer George Margarson, Newmarket Breeder Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

Form

8-4

(7)

5526-36 D

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE hoop, diabolo on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap. Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Dubai Hope when sixth of 11 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 7f last month. Runs from 3lb out of the handicap. This is a big ask. Official BHA Rating 81

Result 1st

2nd

Distance

3rd

4th

Time

1886

TRAINED AT KINGSCLERE, THE 2000 GUINEAS WINNER ORMONDE STARTED FAVOURITE FOR THE DERBY AND GOT THE BETER OF THE BARD IN THE CLOSING STAGES. IT WAS LEGENDARY RIDER FRED ARCHER’S FINAL DERBY SUCCESS OF WHICH THERE WERE FIVE

John Egan

TODAY’S

OFFICIALS Epsom Downs Racecourse Committee Julia Budd (Chair) Clare Balding CBE Darby Dennis Brian Finch Alex Frost Katie Kershaw Simon Philip General Manager Simon Durrant Regional Head of Racing & Clerk of the Course Andrew Cooper Regional Head of Operations Stuart Dorn Regional Estates Manager Craig Williamson Deputy Estates Manager Ashley Critcher Owners and Trainers Liaison Manager Amy Bone Commentator Simon Holt Betting Ring Managers Andrew Boardley, Neil Pateman, Andrew Collins, Sarah Woodborne, Duncan Lillywhite, Mike Oxley Safeguarding Leads Simon Durrant and Andrew Cooper

T: 01372 726 311 E: london.customerrelations@thejockeyclub.co.uk W: thejockeyclub.co.uk/epsom

Stewards Shaun Parker (Chief Steward) Lucinda Cavendish (Stewards Panel Chair) John Bramhill, Josie Brown, Steve Drowne, Cody Watkins Richard Westropp Starters Robert Supple James Stenning Judge Nick Bostock Clerk Of The Scales Graham Ford Veterinary Officers Sally Taylor Kate Maxwell Veterinary Surgeons Simon Knapp, L.V.O., B.Sc., B.VetMed., M.R.C.V.S. Clive Hamblin, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S. Jamie Knapp, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S. Luke Hepburn, B.Sc., BVSc, M.R.C.V.S. David Dugdale, VetMB, CertEP, CertESM, M.R.C.V.S. Medical Officers Dr Lucy Free, Dr Rob Cullen, Dr Peter Johnson, Dr Mark Gorvin, Dr Graeme Robertson, Dr Rizwan Ghani Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers Carol Broodbank, Darren Stone, Lisa Cook, Stuart Shilston, Mel Baker Jeremy Willis, Elizabeth Budden

RACE CONDITIONS First Race - 2.00 THE CAZOO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £38655 to the winning horse The second to receive £18127, the third £9067, the fourth £4530, the fifth £2265 and the sixth £1132. for three yrs old only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 30th and pay £185 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 28th, 2022, for each race won 6lb. CAZOO has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CAZOO. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 25 entries at £185. - Closed May 30th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £30473; Second £15240; Third £7620; Fourth £3810; Fifth £1905; Sixth £953. (Penalty Value £38655) SS SEE PAGE 17 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race - 2.35 THE PRINCESS ELIZABETH STAKES (SPONSORED BY CAZOO) (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, May 30th and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 10lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 8lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2021, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb. CAZOO has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CAZOO. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 13 entries at £1000. - Closed May 30th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140. (Penalty Value £56710) A SS SEE PAGE 27 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race - 3.10 THE CAZOO DIOMED STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 30th and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 10lb; fillies 8st 7lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 5lb Penalties, after August 31st, 2021, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb. CAZOO has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CAZOO. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 8 entries at £1000. - Closed May 30th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140. (Penalty Value £56710) A SS SEE PAGE 35 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race - 3.45 THE SIMPEX EXPRESS “DASH” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £50960 to the winning horse The second to receive £23890, the third £11960, the fourth £5970, the fifth £2990, the sixth £1480, the seventh £750 and the eighth £370. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 30th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after May 28th, 2022, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. SIMPEX EXPRESS has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SIMPEX EXPRESS. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 29 entries at £500. Closed May 30th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £40160; Second £20080; Third £10040; Fourth £5020; Fifth £2510; Sixth £1250; Seventh £630; Eighth £310. (Penalty Value £50960) 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 45 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race - 4.30 THE CAZOO DERBY (IN MEMORY OF LESTER PIGGOTT) (Class 1) (Group 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £909628 to the winning horse The second to receive £344860, the third £172590, the fourth £85974, the fifth £43147 and the sixth £21654. for three yrs old colts and fillies only. Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £3000 stake, Scratch by noon, April 19th or pay £4000, Second Entry by noon, April 20th and pay £12000 stake, Scratch by noon, May 17th or pay £4000, Confirm by noon, May 30th and pay £3000, Supplementary Entry by noon, May 30th and pay £75000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Weights: Colts 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 13lb NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage. Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher. Horses which have not run will not be eligible.. CAZOO has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CAZOO. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The winning horse in the Cazoo Derby ‘Wild Card’ EBF Conditions Stakes, run at Epsom Downs on 26th September 2021, and in the Blue Riband Trial, run at Epsom Downs on 19th April 2022, if not a gelding or already entered, will receive an automatic entry to this race on the proviso that, should the horse remain in the Cazoo Derby after the subsequent scratching stages on May 3rd and May 17th, and confirmation stage on May 30th, the owner will be liable to meet the relevant payments of £4000, £4000 and £3000 respectively. In the event of a dead-heat in either race, both horses will receive an automatic entry to the Cazoo Derby. ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence will be determined by the Eliminations and Balloting Procedures section of the Race Administration Code. This race will be restricted to 20 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R21 and R22. The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraphs 3, 5, 6, 7, 15 and 16 of the Race Entry Code for the purposes of this Race. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS APPLY TO THE DRAW FOR THIS RACE Details of the draw will be published in the Racing Calendar and on www2racingadmin.co.uk THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. The Parade will take place in the format requested by the Managing Executive. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 94 entries, 49 at £3000, 22 at £7000, 0 at £12000, 5 at £11000, 14 at £14000, 2 at £15000, 2 at £75000. - Closed February 22nd, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £714742; Second £293372; Third £146766; Fourth £73303; Fifth £36732; Sixth £18286. (Penalty Value £909628.40) A SS SEE PAGE 57 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race - 5.15 THE WORLD POOL NORTHERN DANCER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £38655 to the winning horse The second to receive £18127, the third £9067, the fourth £4530, the fifth £2265 and the sixth £1132. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 85 and below). £375 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £75 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £300 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 28th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WORLD POOL has generously sponsored this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WORLD POOL. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £2750 towards the prize money for this race. The BHA has given permission for the winning rider in this year’s Derby to give up his/her ride in this race, if he/she so wishes. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries, 2 at £75 and 17 at £375. - Closed May 30th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £30473; Second £15240; Third £7620; Fourth £3810; Fifth £1905; Sixth £953. (Penalty Value £38655) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 0 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race - 5.50 THE JRA TOKYO TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £38655 to the winning horse The second to receive £18127, the third £9067, the fourth £4530, the fifth £2265 and the sixth £1132. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £375 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £75 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £300 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 28th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. JRA has generously sponsored this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries, 2 at £75 and 17 at £375. - Closed May 30th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £30473; Second £15240; Third £7620; Fourth £3810; Fifth £1905; Sixth £953. (Penalty Value £38655) SS SEE PAGE 75 FOR THIS RACE.

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Epsom Downs Racecard - Saturday 4th June

Articles inside

Aga Khan Studs Celebrates Its Centenary

Today’s Officials

The Road to The Cazoo Derby

3.10 - The Cazoo Diomed Stakes (Group 3

Race Conditions

The Queen and Epsom Downs

2.35 - The Princess Elizabeth Stakes (Sponsored By Cazoo) (Group 3

12.30 - RoR Parade of The Queen’s Former Racehorses

Welcome

With Thanks and Farewell To Julie Budd

A Tribute to Lester Piggott

Today’s Top Tips

2.00 - The Cazoo Handicap Stakes

How to Read Your Racecard